Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are sweet, bite-sized no-bake desserts that are perfect for the Christmas season. And they're really easy - just mash up the Christmas Tree Cakes with some cream cheese and dip them in melted chocolate and you're done - perfect Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Balls! These will be a hit at any holiday party, family get-together, or snack for your kids!
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Why You'll Love Christmas Tree Cake Truffles
Delicious: So have you ever had Oreo Truffles? This is the same concept, except made with chocolate Christmas Tree Cakes. These are the ultimate festive treat that combines the delightful flavors of chocolate cake, cream cheese, and white chocolate into one delectable bite.
Easy: Other than the chill time, these can be made in under 20 minutes.
Everybody loves them: Not only are they incredibly delicious, but they are also fun to make and perfect for gifting or serving at holiday gatherings. These truffles are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready to impress your loved ones with these adorable and irresistible Christmas tree cake truffles that will add a touch of sweetness to your holiday celebrations.
The only downside to these? Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes are seasonal treats so you better grab them while you can or you'll have to wait until next Christmas!
What are Christmas Tree Cake Truffles?
Christmas tree cake truffles are adorable bite-sized treats that capture the festive spirit. They're just like cake balls or OREO balls but made from Little Debbie snack cakes.
These easy truffles are made by combining crumbled Christmas tree snack cakes with cream cheese, rolling them into small balls, and then dipping them in melted white chocolate to create a delicious chocolate shell.
The final touch is decorating each truffle with colorful sanding sugar (or sprinkles or drizzles) to resemble Little Debbie's Christmas Tree cakes. For my recipe, I used the chocolate cakes, but you could just as easily do these with the original Little Debbie Christmas Tree cakes. Either way, they're delicious!
Ingredients
Ready to create these easy Christmas truffles? Here's a list of the ingredients you'll need to whip up a batch of delicious Christmas tree cake truffles. Get your shopping list ready!
- One box of chocolate Christmas tree cakes
- 4 oz package of cream cheese (softened)
- One package of white candy melts or vanilla-flavored melting wafers
- Red and green sanding sugar
Substitutions
- Chocolate Christmas Tree Cakes: You can use original (vanilla) Christmas Tree Cakes. Or actually, you can use any snack cake that you like!
- Cream Cheese: I prefer cream cheese in this recipe because it cuts the sweetness some, but you could also use cream cheese frosting or vanilla frosting instead.
- White Candy Melts: You can use almond bark or white chocolate chips. Or go all-in on the chocolate and melt some milk or semi-sweet chocolate.
- Decorations: I kept things simple and used red and green sanding sugar. But you could use melted red candy melts for the stripes to look like Little Debbie cakes.
How to Make Christmas Tree Cake Truffles
Ready to get baking? Follow these simple steps to make your own little Debbie Christmas tree cake truffles.
- First, place wax paper parchment paper on a cookie sheet.
- Add Christmas tree cakes and cream cheese into a large bowl.
- Use a hand mixer to beat until a dough forms. You can also put gloves on and do this by hand but that's a little too messy for me. You can also use a paddle attachment and do this in a stand mixer if you prefer.
- Portion the dough into approximately one-inch smooth balls using a small cookie scoop or roll them by hand into 1-inch balls. Place them on the prepared cookie sheet.
- Place them in the freezer for 30-60 minutes or until hardened.
- Place the white chocolate, almond bark or white candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second increments until completely melted. Stir with a metal spoon in between.
- Use the bamboo stick to dip the truffle in the melted chocolate. Tap a few times so any excess chocolate can drip off.
- Place the Little Debbie Cake balls back on the baking sheet, and immediately sprinkle with the sanding sugar before the chocolate hardens.
- Allow them to harden before serving (this goes faster if you pop them in the refrigerator).
Pro Tips
To ensure your Christmas tree cake truffles turn out absolutely perfect, here are some pro tips to keep in mind.
- Be sure to crumble the cake into fine crumbs to ensure a smooth texture in the truffles.
- When dipping each truffle ball in chocolate, use a fork or a dipping tool to make the process easier and mess-free. Then use a fork to slide the truffle off the bamboo stick without messing up the chocolate.
- Remember, practice makes perfect, so don't be discouraged if your first batch doesn't turn out exactly how you envisioned. Just have fun and enjoy the process of creating these delightful treats!
Variations
Looking to put a unique spin on your Christmas tree cake truffles? Here are a few fun variations to try!
- You can also dip them with a lollipop stick and keep them on it to turn them into cake pops! Poke them in a styrofoam block to harden or flip them upside down (cake down with the stick up).
- Use red candy melts melted in a piping bag to make stripes on the truffles so they truly look like Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes.
- If you don't have green sanding sugar, you can use green sprinkles instead.
- Peppermint Twist: Add crushed peppermint candy or peppermint extract to the truffle mixture for a refreshing holiday flavor.
- Mix it up with vanilla Christmas tree cakes and melted milk chocolate, or do chocolate on chocolate cakes. Any combination will be delicious!
Serving Suggestions
Looking for some creative ways to serve and enjoy your Christmas tree cake truffles? We've got you covered! Here are a few serving suggestions to take your truffles to the next level.
- Create a festive truffle display by arranging them on a decorative tray or cake stand.
- Serve them alongside a warm cup of hot cocoa for a cozy and indulgent treat.
- Turn them into a centerpiece by placing them in a cute Christmas tree-shaped dish or container.
- Wrap them up in pretty packaging and give them as homemade holiday gifts.
No matter how you choose to serve them, these Christmas tree cake truffles are guaranteed to be a hit!
Storage Instructions
After enjoying these delectable Christmas tree cake truffles, you might be wondering how to store them properly to keep them fresh for as long as possible. Luckily, it's quite simple! Store your truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for to 3-4 days. Just be sure to let them come to room temperature before enjoying, as the chocolate shell will harden in the fridge. Trust me, these truffles are so delicious that they may not even last that long!
FAQ
Absolutely! The cake balls will be sweeter with frosting but you can substitute ¼ cup of cream cheese or vanilla frosting instead of the cream cheese.
Yes, these truffles can be made in advance! Once you have coated and decorated the truffles, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve or gift them. Just keep in mind that the chocolate shell may harden slightly in the refrigerator, so let them come to room temperature before enjoying.
Absolutely! The sky's the limit when it comes to decorating these truffles. You can use crushed candy canes, chopped nuts, edible glitter, or even small candies to add a festive touch. Get creative and have fun with your decorations to make each truffle unique and special.
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Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 10 1x
Description
Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are bite-sized sweet treats that are so perfect for the Christmas season. And they're really easy - just mash up the Christmas Tree Cakes with some cream cheese and dip them in melted chocolate and you're done - perfect Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Balls! These will be a hit at any holiday party, family get-together, or snack for your kids!
Ingredients
- One box of chocolate Christmas tree cakes
- 4 oz package of cream cheese (softened)
- One package of white candy melts or vanilla-flavored melting wafers
- Red and green sanding sugar
Instructions
- Prepare a baking sheet with waxed paper or parchment paper
- Add Christmas tree cakes and cream cheese into a mixing bowl.
- Use a hand mixer to beat until a dough forms.
- Portion the dough into approximately one-inch balls using a cookie scoop, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Freeze for 30 minutes or until hardened.
- Prepare the white candy melts by microwaving in 30-second intervals until completely melted. Stir with a metal spoon in between.
- Use the bamboo stick to dip the truffle in the melted chocolate.
- Place back on the baking sheet, and immediately sprinkle with sanding sugar.
- Place in refrigerator to allow time to harden.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Be sure to crumble the cake into fine crumbs to ensure a smooth texture in the truffles.
- When dipping each truffle ball in chocolate, use a fork or a dipping tool to make the process easier and mess-free. Then use a fork to slide the truffle off the bamboo stick without messing up the chocolate.
- Prep Time: 20
- Freeze Time: 30-60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ellen
All I could find is the large Christmas tree cakes. Do you know how many large Christmas tree cakes I would use with 4 ounces of cream cheese?
Rose Atwater
My guess is 2, may be 2.5!? I haven't seen the large ones this year. You could check the weight on the box and compare.