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Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles

Turn your favorite childhood holiday snack into an elegant no-bake dessert! These Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles combine nostalgic vanilla-filled cakes with creamy cheese and white chocolate coating for a festive treat that's perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or gifting. Easy to make and even easier to eat!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 25 truffles
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10 Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (vanilla) about 2 boxes
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened to room temperature
  • 12 oz White Melting Chocolate or Almond Bark
  • 1 tsp Vegetable Shortening or Coconut Oil optional, for thinning chocolate
  • Festive Sprinkles red and green, or sanding sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Fork
  • microwave-safe bowl,

Method
 

  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat. Clear space in freezer or refrigerator for chilling.
  2. Unwrap all Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and place in a large mixing bowl. Using clean hands, crumble cakes completely—including frosting—until you reach a fine crumb consistency.
  3. Add softened cream cheese to the cake crumbs. Mix thoroughly using a spatula or hands until uniform. Avoid over-mixing into a paste. Mixture should be cohesive and consistent.
  4. Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the mixture and roll into smooth, round balls. If too sticky, chill mixture in refrigerator for 15 minutes first. Place balls on prepared baking sheet.
  5. Place baking sheet in freezer for 20–30 minutes, or until balls are firm but not frozen solid. This prevents them from falling apart during dipping.
  6. While balls chill, melt white chocolate or almond bark in microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each. If chocolate is too thick, stir in teaspoon of coconut oil or shortening.
  7. Remove a few chilled balls at a time. Using a fork, dip each ball into melted chocolate, tapping fork against bowl to remove excess. Return truffle to parchment paper.
  8. While chocolate is still wet, immediately add festive sprinkles or sanding sugar. Work quickly to ensure decorations stick properly.
  9. Allow truffles to sit at room temperature until chocolate coating has fully hardened, about 15 minutes. Once set, truffles are ready to enjoy or store.

Notes

These truffles taste even better after sitting for a day, making them perfect for make-ahead holiday prep. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. For best results, let frozen truffles thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Pro Tips: Use oil-based food coloring if tinting chocolate to avoid seizing. Tap fork vigorously after dipping to minimize chocolate “feet.” For a bakery-style finish, drizzle with colored chocolate in classic zig-zag pattern.
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