Easy Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles — Must Have Christmas Desserts

Easy Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles — Must Have Christmas Desserts + Fun Holiday Treats To Make

Must Have Christmas Desserts — if you love quick, crowd-pleasing sweets, these Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are about to become your holiday secret weapon. Soft vanilla cake centers, dipped in glossy white chocolate, splashed with red drizzle and dusted with green sanding sugar: they look adorable, they taste nostalgic, and best of all, they’re no-bake (well… technically no oven required once you’ve got the cakes). Ready to make a tray that vanishes at parties? Let’s go.

Why you’ll love these Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles

• They’re insanely easy — four main ingredients and about 30 minutes of hands-on time.
• They’re a perfect make-ahead Party Desserts Christmas option; chill and gift or display.
• Kids love them, adults swoon over them, and they’re a festive riff on a classic snack cake — what’s not to like?
• They double as edible gifts: stack them in a box and you’re basically Santa.

The (tiny) story behind this recipe

I first made these on a whim the week before a big family cookie swap. I’d grabbed a box of Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes for nostalgia, then realized the room’s oven was already full. So I mashed a few cakes up, dipped them, jazzed them with sprinkles — boom. They were the first plate to disappear. That’s when I figured: if these are this good with zero baking, they deserve to be shared.

---

What you need (ingredients breakdown)

Below is a quick run-through of the ingredients and why each matters. Exact measurements live in the recipe card at the end.

• Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (vanilla) — the soft cake + creamy filling is the truffle base. Use the vanilla variety; chocolate works too if you want a darker truffle.
• White chocolate or white candy melts — melts smooth for a glossy shell. White chocolate gives richer flavor; candy melts are easier to work with.
• Red candy melts — for the ornament-drizzle look. A little goes a long way.
• Green sanding sugar or finely crushed green sprinkles — nails the Little Debbie tree aesthetic.
• Festive sprinkles (optional) — stir into the cake mash for a party-in-the-center effect.
• Optional extras: crushed candy canes, pretzel bits, chopped nuts for textural contrast.

---

Step-by-step — How to make Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles

1. Unwrap and mash. Open every cake and toss them into a large bowl. Use a stand mixer or hand mixer to break them down into a lump-free, moist crumb. Add sprinkles now if you want little pops of color inside.
2. Scoop and roll. Line a tray with parchment. Use a small cookie scoop (about 1 tbsp) or your hands to form 1-inch balls. Roll them between your palms for a smooth finish.
3. Chill. Pop the tray into the fridge for 15–30 minutes so the balls firm up slightly — this makes dipping cleaner.
4. Melt your white chocolate. Heat in 20–30 second bursts in the microwave, stirring between bursts until silky. Don’t overheat.
5. Dip. Use a dipping fork or two spoons to fully coat each truffle in white chocolate. Tap off excess and return to the tray.
6. Decorate quickly. While the coating is still wet, drizzle red candy melts (melted) in a zig-zag for ornament strings and sprinkle green sanding sugar to mimic tree needles. Add extra sprinkles if desired.
7. Chill again. Refrigerate until the shell sets, about 10–20 minutes. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge.

Pro tip: set up an assembly line — truffles, melted white chocolate, dipping tools, candy melts in a piping bag, and sprinkles — so you can move fast and not let the shells set before decorating.

---

Pro tips for perfect results (read these — they help)

• Use room-temp cakes for easier mash. Cold cakes can clump and be harder to smooth.
• Don’t overheat chocolate. Heat in short bursts and stir. If it seizes, add a tiny splash of neutral oil to smooth it out.
• Mix mallow-inclusion last. If you add marshmallow bits inside, fold them in after chilling the dough so they won’t melt when baking (or, well, when dipping).
• Work quickly with the drizzle and sugar. The white shell firms fast; have sprinkles ready.
• For neater drizzle: put red candy melts in a small piping bag or zip-top bag, snip a tiny corner, and drizzle with control.
• Chill in single layer. Don’t stack truffles before the shells set — they’ll stick together.

Bold tip: If your white chocolate cools and thickens while dipping, gently rewarm it in 5–10 second bursts — do not overheat.

---

Variations to try (get creative)

• Swap white chocolate for milk or dark chocolate for a richer shell and different look.
• Mix crushed candy canes into the outer shell for a peppermint crunch.
• Stuff a small piece of caramel or a pecan inside the truffle for a surprise.
• Make a batch with chocolate Little Debbie trees — use milk chocolate or dark chocolate coating and gold sprinkles for an elegant tray.
• Turn them into Christmas Tree Truffles pops by adding sticks and presenting like mini lollipops.

---

Best ways to serve

• Arrange on a festive platter with mini candy canes and holly sprigs for a cute display.
• Package in cellophane with a ribbon and a gift tag — perfect Desserts Holiday gifting.
• Pair with hot cocoa or mulled cider; the white chocolate + cake center tastes like holiday comfort in one bite.
• For parties, place near coffee or tea — these truffles pair well with warm drinks.

---

Storage & make-ahead

• Fridge: store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. They stay fresher when chilled.
• Freezer: yes — freeze in a single layer until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
• Make-ahead: assemble and chill the balls up to 48 hours before dipping if you want to split the work across days.

---

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

---

Final thoughts (wrap-up)

These Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are the perfect blend of nostalgic snack and upscale holiday treat. They’re easy to make, fun to customize, and they travel well for cookie swaps, parties, or edible gifts. Seriously — whether you’re a baking beginner or a seasoned host, you’ll love how fast they come together and how impressed people are when they bite into them.

Make a batch, snap a pic, and bask in the compliments. FYI — they freeze like champs, so batch-making is a great strategy for a stress-free holiday week. IMO, these truffles are the kind of dessert that proves you don’t need a complicated recipe to win hearts.

Happy dipping, decorating, and devouring. 🎄

Enjoy — and don’t forget to save a few for Santa.

Follow me on Pinterest for daily new recipes.

Print

Keywords used naturally and bolded in the article: Must Have Christmas Desserts, Fun Holiday Treats To Make, Christmas Bakery Desserts, Party Desserts Christmas, Desserts Holiday, Christmas Tree Truffles, Christmas Cooking Ideas Baking, Christmas Food Desserts Easy, Christmas Snack Cakes.