Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles (Easy 4-Ingredient Recipe!) Recipe
These Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are an easy and festive no-bake treat made with just four simple ingredients. Combining the nostalgic flavor of Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes with smooth white chocolate coating and vibrant red drizzle, these truffles are perfect for holiday parties, gift-giving, or a sweet seasonal snack. The recipe is quick to make and requires no baking, making it accessible for all skill levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 15 to 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 box (5 cakes) Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (vanilla variety)
- 8 ounces white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- 3 tablespoons red candy melts (for drizzling)
- Green sanding sugar (for decoration)
- 3 tablespoons festive Christmas sprinkles (optional, mixed into cake)
Instructions
- Prepare the cake mixture: Unwrap all 5 Christmas Tree Cakes and place them in a large mixing bowl. Using a stand or hand mixer, beat the cakes until they form a dough-like consistency. If desired, gently fold in the festive Christmas sprinkles for added color and texture.
- Shape the truffles: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop out about 1-tablespoon portions of the cake mixture and roll them into smooth 1-inch balls using your hands. Arrange the balls spaced evenly on the prepared sheet. You should get approximately 15 to 20 truffles depending on size.
- Chill the cake balls: Place the baking sheet with the cake balls into the refrigerator to firm up for at least 15 minutes. This will make dipping easier and help the truffles hold their shape.
- Melt the white chocolate: Place the white chocolate chips or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well between each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted. Be careful not to overheat, as this can cause the chocolate to seize.
- Dip the truffles: Using a fork or chocolate dipping tool, carefully dip each chilled cake ball into the melted white chocolate, allowing excess to drip off. Return the dipped truffle to the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all cake balls are coated.
- Drizzle with red candy melts: Melt the red candy melts similarly in short microwave bursts until smooth. Transfer the melted red candy to a piping bag or a zip-top plastic bag with a small corner snipped off. Drizzle the red candy over the white-coated truffles in a decorative pattern.
- Add final decorations: Immediately sprinkle green sanding sugar over the truffles before the drizzle sets, to create a festive look. Let the truffles set at room temperature briefly or refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes until firm.
- Serve and enjoy: Your Christmas Tree Cake Truffles can be served chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For best results, use a mixer to fully break down the cakes into a dough-like texture.
- If you don’t have Christmas sprinkles, you can omit them or substitute with finely crushed candy canes for a minty twist.
- To make the truffles easier to handle, you can refrigerate the cake mixture before rolling.
- Make sure to avoid overheating the chocolate melts to prevent them from becoming grainy or clumpy.
- These truffles can also be customized with different colored candy melts or sprinkles to suit other occasions.
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