Introduction

These Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are a festive and fun treat perfect for the holiday season. Made from Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes, they’re easy to prepare and beautifully coated in white chocolate with a colorful sprinkle finish. They make adorable bite-sized desserts that everyone will love.

A white round plate filled with white chocolate-covered round truffles decorated with thin red stripes and green sprinkles evenly spread on top; one truffle in the front is cut in half, showing a soft beige inside with small red and green bits. The plate is set on a white marbled surface, with a blurred background containing a festive wreath with red berries. 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 (optional, for drizzling)
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 apart until they form a crumbly dough. Stir in the festive sprinkles evenly.
Step 3: Scoop out the mixture by tablespoonfuls, then roll each into a ball using your palms. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat with all the dough.
Step 4: Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl using short bursts of 20–30 seconds, stirring until smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler.
Step 5: Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted white chocolate using a fork or dipping tool, coating it thoroughly. Let any excess chocolate drip off before returning the truffle to the baking sheet.
Step 6: Melt the red candy melts in a microwave-safe piping bag or ziplock bag in 30-second increments, kneading the bag between intervals until fully melted.
Step 7: Snip a small corner of the bag and drizzle the red candy melts over the coated truffles to decorate. Sprinkle green sanding sugar over the truffles while the chocolate is still wet, if desired.
Step 8: Allow the truffles to set at room temperature or refrigerate briefly before serving to harden the coating.

Tips & Variations

Use different colored candy melts or sprinkles to customize your truffles for other holidays or parties.
If your white chocolate is too thick, stir in a teaspoon of vegetable oil or shortening to thin it for easier dipping.
For added texture, mix in crushed nuts or mini chocolate chips to the cake crumb mixture before rolling.

Storage

Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Let them come to room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving. For longer storage, freeze the truffles for up to one month and thaw in the refrigerator overnight.

How to Serve

The image shows round cake balls covered in smooth white icing, each decorated with thin diagonal red stripes and small green sprinkles on top. One cake ball is cut in half, revealing a crumbly inside mixed with small pieces of red, green, and white bits, giving it a festive look. The cake balls are placed closely together on a surface with a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other flavors of Little Debbie cakes?

Yes, you can substitute other flavors like Swiss Roll or Fudge Rounds for a different taste and texture.

How do I prevent the chocolate coating from cracking?

Ensure the cake balls are well chilled before dipping and avoid overheating the chocolate. Allow the coating to set gently at room temperature or in the fridge.

Christmas Tree Cake Truffles with Little Debbie Cakes Recipe

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These Christmas Tree Cake Truffles transform festive Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes into delightful bite-sized treats. Coated in smooth white chocolate and decorated with festive sprinkles, green sanding sugar, and optional red candy melt drizzle, these truffles make a perfect holiday dessert or party snack that’s easy to prepare and fun to share.

Author: zara
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Approximately 15 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

Decorations

3 tablespoons festive sprinkles
3 tablespoons red candy melts (for drizzling, optional)
Green sanding sugar for decoration

Instructions

Prepare the Cake Base: Unwrap the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and place them in a large bowl.
Create the Cake Dough: Use a handheld mixer to mix the cakes until a crumbly dough forms. Stir in the festive sprinkles thoroughly to distribute the color and texture.
Form the Truffle Balls: Using a tablespoon, scoop the dough and roll it between your palms into even balls. Place each on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Continue until all dough is used.
Melt the White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in short intervals and stirring frequently, or melt using a double boiler for smooth consistency.
Coat the Truffles: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled cake ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring a full coating. Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place coated truffles back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
Prepare Red Candy Melt Drizzle: Melt the red candy melts by microwaving them in a piping bag or a ziplock bag in 30-second bursts, massaging the bag between intervals to fully melt the candy.
Decorate the Truffles: Snip a small hole at the corner of the bag and drizzle the melted red candy melts over the white chocolate-coated truffles. Sprinkle green sanding sugar as desired for extra festive decoration.

Notes

Be sure to allow the white chocolate to set fully before drizzling with red candy melts to prevent blending of colors.
Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy removal and cleanup.
These truffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
For a different flavor twist, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or peppermint extract to the cake dough.
If you don’t have festive sprinkles, use any colorful sprinkles or crushed holiday candies for decoration.

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