Little Debbie Festive Christmas Tree Cake Truffles Recipe
Introduction
These Little Debbie Festive Truffles are a delightful holiday treat that bring a fun twist to classic Christmas Tree Cakes. Coated in creamy white chocolate and decorated with colorful sprinkles and sanding sugar, they make a perfect sweet bite for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 box 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 blend the cakes until a crumbly dough forms. Mix in the festive sprinkles evenly.
- Step 3: Scoop the dough with a tablespoon, roll into balls between your palms, 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 using 30-second intervals or a double boiler until smooth.
- Step 5: Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted white chocolate, coating completely. Let excess chocolate drip off before placing them back on the baking sheet.
- Step 6: Melt the red candy melts in a piping bag or ziplock bag by microwaving in 30-second increments, massaging the bag between intervals to ensure complete melting.
- Step 7: Snip a small corner of the bag and drizzle the red candy melts over the truffles. Sprinkle green sanding sugar on top.
- Step 8: Refrigerate the truffles for a few minutes to set the coating and decorations before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For easier rolling, chill the cake mixture for 15 minutes before shaping the truffles.
- Use different colored candy melts or sprinkles to match various holiday themes.
- If you don’t have a handheld mixer, you can crumble the cakes by hand, though the texture may be less uniform.
Storage
Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Bring them to room temperature for a few minutes before serving to enjoy the best texture. They can also be frozen for up to one month; thaw in the fridge before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other flavors of Little Debbie cakes?
Yes, you can experiment with other flavors, but keep in mind the final flavor and color will vary depending on the cake used.
What if I don’t have candy melts?
You can substitute with melted white or milk chocolate, though candy melts are easier to work with for coating and drizzling.
PrintLittle Debbie Festive Christmas Tree Cake Truffles Recipe
These Little Debbie Festive Truffles transform classic Christmas Tree Cakes into delightful bite-sized treats coated in creamy white chocolate and decorated with colorful festive sprinkles and sanding sugar. Perfect for holiday parties or gifting, these easy-to-make truffles combine rich sweetness with fun seasonal flair.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Truffles
- 1 box Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (5 cakes)
- 3 tablespoons festive sprinkles
Coating and Decoration
- 8 ounces white chocolate or candy melts
- 3 tablespoons red candy melts (optional, for drizzling)
- Green sanding sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare the cakes: Unwrap the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and place them into a large mixing bowl.
- Form the dough: Using a handheld mixer, mix the cakes until a crumbly dough forms. Stir in the festive sprinkles evenly throughout the mixture.
- Shape the truffles: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them between your palms to form smooth balls. Place each one on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Continue until all dough is used.
- Melt white chocolate: Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl using short bursts of 20-30 seconds, stirring in between, or melt gently using a double boiler until smooth.
- Coat the truffles: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each chilled cake ball fully into the melted white chocolate. Allow excess chocolate to drip off, then place the coated truffles back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt and drizzle red candy melts: Melt the red candy melts in a piping bag or ziplock bag in 30-second intervals in the microwave, massaging the bag between sessions until fluid.
- Decorate the truffles: Snip a small hole in the corner of the bag and drizzle the red candy melts over the white-coated truffles. Sprinkle with green sanding sugar for extra festive flair.
- Set and serve: Refrigerate the truffles for a few minutes until the chocolate sets completely. Enjoy these tasty holiday treats fresh!
Notes
- You can substitute white chocolate with different candy melts to customize flavors.
- Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep them fresh up to one week.
- For easier handling, chill the dough balls before dipping in chocolate.
- If you don’t have festive sprinkles, mini red and green nonpareils make a good alternative.
Keywords: Little Debbie, Christmas Tree Cakes, holiday truffles, festive desserts, white chocolate truffles, easy holiday treats, no-bake desserts
