Craving something sweet, festive, and easy? These Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are the ultimate no-bake holiday dessert. Soft, creamy centers meet a crisp white chocolate shell, and the best part—they’re ready in minutes. Perfect for gifting or serving at your next Christmas gathering!
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Why You’ll Love These Christmas Tree Cake Truffles
These truffles are everything you love about the holidays in one bite. They’re made with Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes, so there’s no baking, no hassle, and no stress. You’ll only need a few simple ingredients, and the results look like you spent hours in the kitchen. The creamy vanilla cake center melts perfectly with smooth white chocolate, while the sprinkles and sanding sugar add a cheerful crunch.
You’ll also love how customizable this recipe is. Add crushed candy canes, drizzle red chocolate, or use your favorite toppings for a personal touch. Since these are no-bake, even the kids can help roll and decorate them! They’re freezer-friendly, so you can make them ahead of time for parties or gifts. Every batch turns out festive, colorful, and crowd-pleasing—exactly what the holidays are about.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Core Ingredients
You’ll need Little Debbie Vanilla Christmas Tree Cakes for the base, white chocolate or candy melts for coating, red candy melts for drizzle, festive sprinkles for texture, and green sanding sugar for sparkle.
Optional Toppings
You can add crushed candy canes for minty crunch, pretzel bits for salty balance, or chopped nuts for a rich, nutty twist.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare the Cake Mixture
Start by unwrapping all the cakes and placing them in a large mixing bowl. Blend them with a hand or stand mixer until the texture becomes smooth and dough-like. Then, mix in your festive sprinkles for a burst of color in every bite.
Shape the Truffles
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop about one tablespoon of the cake mixture, roll it gently into a ball, and place it on the sheet. Keep them evenly sized for a uniform look.
Chill the Truffles
Place the rolled truffles in the fridge for about 30 minutes. This helps them firm up and makes dipping easier later.
Coat in White Chocolate
Melt your white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl using 30-second bursts, stirring between each one. Once smooth, dip each truffle in the chocolate with a fork, letting the extra drip off before setting them back on the sheet.
Decorate with Festive Toppings
Now for the fun part! Melt the red candy melts the same way, transfer to a piping bag or ziplock bag, and drizzle across each truffle. Immediately sprinkle green sanding sugar on top for a shimmering effect. Add crushed candy canes, pretzel bits, or nuts if you like.
Chill Until Set
Place the truffles back in the fridge until the coating hardens. Once set, they’re ready to serve, gift, or store.
Recipe Notes & Pro Tips
Before melting your chocolate, have your toppings ready so you can decorate before it hardens. If you prefer a different flavor, swap the white chocolate for white candy melts or even almond bark. For easier dipping, keep your truffles cold but not frozen—they’ll hold shape without cracking the chocolate.
Want a flavor twist? Add a drop of peppermint or almond extract to the mixture for a subtle hint. You can also coat half the batch in dark chocolate for contrast. When gifting, place each truffle in a mini cupcake liner for a polished presentation. These little treats are foolproof, fun, and perfect for making memories in the kitchen.
Storage & Make-Ahead Instructions
Store your Christmas Tree Cake Truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks. They’ll stay creamy inside and crisp outside. If you’re planning ahead, freeze them for up to two months. Just place them in a sealed freezer-safe container or bag. To serve, let them thaw in the fridge for a few hours or overnight.
They’re ideal for make-ahead desserts, edible gifts, or adding to your dessert platter with Classic thumbprint cookies for your Christmas dessert tray. You can even display them alongside your Pavlova Christmas Tree centerpiece for a stunning holiday spread.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is in Christmas tree cake?
It’s made of vanilla cake layered with sweet cream filling, coated in white icing, and topped with sprinkles.
What is truffle cake made of?
Cake crumbs mixed with frosting or cream filling to create a rich, dough-like base rolled into bite-sized treats.
What are the balls on the Christmas tree called?
They’re called ornaments or baubles, often shiny and colorful for decoration.
Why are the Chocolate Christmas Tree Cakes discontinued?
They were a limited seasonal release, so they’re no longer in production but may return during future holidays.
Other recipes you may enjoy
- Easy Christmas cheesecake slab (no-bake!)
- Cranberry nut bread perfect for holiday mornings
- Pavlova Christmas Tree centerpiece
- Classic thumbprint cookies for your Christmas dessert tray
Conclusion
These Christmas Tree Cake Truffles bring joy to every holiday table. They’re creamy, sweet, and irresistibly festive, making them perfect for gifting or sharing. With no baking required, you can whip them up quickly for parties or last-minute treats. Enjoy them with family, package them as edible gifts, or share your version on Pinterest at Ellie’s Microwave Recipes. However you serve them, they’ll become a Christmas favorite in no time!
Christmas Tree Cake Truffles
Equipment
- Mixing bowl For combining the cake mixture
- Hand mixer or stand mixer To blend cakes into smooth dough
- parchment paper or silicone mat To line the baking sheet
- Microwave-safe bowl For melting chocolate and candy melts
- Fork For dipping truffles into melted chocolate
- Piping or ziplock bag For drizzling red candy melts
- Baking sheet To hold truffles while chilling
Ingredients
- 1 box Little Debbie Vanilla Christmas Tree Cakes
- 8 oz white chocolate or white candy melts
- 3 tbsp festive sprinkles
- 3 tbsp red candy melts (for drizzling)
- as needed green sanding sugar for decoration
- optional: crushed candy canes, pretzel bits, or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Unwrap the cakes and place them in a large bowl. Use a hand or stand mixer to blend into a dough-like texture. Add sprinkles and mix again.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. Scoop 1 tablespoon portions, roll into 1-inch balls, and place on the sheet.
- Chill the truffles in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up before coating.
- Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl using 30-second intervals, stirring between each. Dip each truffle, let excess drip, and place back on the sheet.
- Melt red candy melts, drizzle over truffles, then sprinkle green sanding sugar before the coating hardens. Add optional toppings like candy canes or nuts if desired.
- Refrigerate until the coating hardens completely. Serve or store for later enjoyment.
