Introduction

These Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are a festive and fun treat made from Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes. With a smooth white chocolate coating and colorful sprinkles, they’re perfect for holiday parties or a sweet seasonal snack.

A white plate filled with round, white chocolate-covered balls decorated with thin red stripes and small green sugar sprinkles on top; one ball in the front is cut open, showing a creamy, crumbly inside with red and green bits mixed in. The balls have a smooth shiny outer layer with a soft, crumbly light tan center. In the background, a decorated white triangular cookie with red icing lines and small green dots is partially visible. The plate sits on a white marbled surface with blurred Christmas decorations in the back. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 box of Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (5 cakes)
8 ounces white chocolate or candy melts
3 tablespoons festive sprinkles
3 tablespoons red candy melts (for drizzling, optional)
Green sanding sugar for decoration

Instructions

Step 1: Unwrap the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and place them in a large bowl.
Step 2: Use a handheld mixer to break the cakes into a crumbly dough. Mix in the festive sprinkles evenly.
Step 3: Scoop tablespoons of the dough, roll each into a ball with your hands, and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all dough is used.
Step 4: Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in short bursts or use a double boiler.
Step 5: Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted white chocolate, fully coating it. Let excess chocolate drip off, then return to the baking sheet.
Step 6: Melt the red candy melts in a piping or ziplock bag in the microwave, heating in 30-second intervals and massaging the bag to melt evenly.
Step 7: Snip a small tip from the bag and drizzle the red candy melts over the truffles. Sprinkle green sanding sugar on top and refrigerate for a few minutes to set.

Tips & Variations

For easier coating, chill the cake balls before dipping to help the chocolate set faster.
Try using different colored sprinkles or candy melts to customize for other holidays or themes.
If you prefer a less sweet option, use dark chocolate instead of white chocolate.

Storage

Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Allow them to come to room temperature for a few minutes before serving. They can also be frozen for longer storage; thaw in the fridge before eating.

How to Serve

The image shows round cake balls with a smooth white outer layer covered in green sprinkles and decorated with three thin red stripes running across the top. One ball is cut open and held up, revealing a dense and crumbly inside filled with red, green, and white specks throughout. The cake balls rest on a white marbled surface, creating a clean and bright background. The red stripes are glossy and add contrast to the soft white coating, while the green sprinkles bring a festive touch. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other types of cakes instead of Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes?

Yes, you can substitute with any similarly textured snack cakes or pound cake, but the flavor and appearance may vary slightly.

Do I need the red candy melts for drizzling?

No, the red candy melts are optional. You can skip the drizzle and still have delicious white chocolate-coated truffles decorated with sprinkles and sanding sugar.

Christmas Tree Cake Truffles with Little Debbie Cakes Recipe

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Delightfully festive and easy-to-make Christmas Tree Cake Truffles using Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes coated in creamy white chocolate and decorated with festive sprinkles, red candy drizzle, and green sanding sugar. Perfect for holiday parties and gift-giving.

Author: Lila
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: About 20 truffles 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 box of Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (5 cakes)
8 ounces white chocolate or candy melts
3 tablespoons Festive sprinkles
3 tablespoons Red candy melts (for drizzling, optional)
Green sanding sugar for decoration

Instructions

Prepare the Cake Crumbs: Unwrap all the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and place them into a large mixing bowl.
Mix the Crumbs: Use a handheld mixer to blend the cakes until a crumbly dough forms. Stir in the festive sprinkles evenly throughout the mixture.
Form Cake Balls: Scoop the dough using a tablespoon and roll it between your palms to form uniform balls. Place each cake ball onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Continue this process until all dough is used.
Melt White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl by heating in short intervals or use a double boiler until smooth.
Dip the Truffles: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled cake ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Let the excess chocolate drip off before placing them back on the baking sheet.
Melt Red Candy Melts: Melt red candy melts in a piping bag or ziplock bag by microwaving in 30-second increments, massaging the bag between intervals to maintain smooth consistency.
Decorate the Truffles: Snip a small corner of the bag and drizzle the melted red candy melts over the coated truffles. Sprinkle green sanding sugar on top for extra festive flair.
Set and Serve: Refrigerate the decorated truffles for a few minutes until the chocolate sets. Enjoy your festive Christmas Tree Cake Truffles!

Notes

Use a handheld mixer for even cake crumbling, but you can also crumble by hand if needed.
Ensure the cake balls are chilled before dipping to help the chocolate coat smoothly.
If you prefer, substitute white chocolate with other candy melts flavors or colors for customization.
Store the finished truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Double boiler method helps prevent chocolate from burning compared to microwave melting.

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