Christmas Tree Cake Truffles Recipe
Introduction
These Christmas Tree Cake Truffles are a festive and fun holiday treat, perfect for adding a sweet touch to your celebrations. Made with Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and coated in creamy white chocolate, they’re easy to make and sure to impress.
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 mix the cakes until a crumbly dough forms. Stir in the festive sprinkles evenly.
- Step 3: Scoop the dough with a tablespoon and roll it into balls between the palms of your hands. Place each ball 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, heating in short bursts or using a double boiler until smooth.
- Step 5: Dip each cake ball into the melted white chocolate using a fork or dipping tool, ensuring full coating. Let excess chocolate drip off, then return the truffles to the baking sheet.
- Step 6: Melt the red candy melts in a piping or ziplock bag in the microwave, heating in 30-second intervals and massaging the bag between to fully melt.
- Step 7: Snip a small corner of the bag and drizzle the red candy melts over the coated truffles. Sprinkle green sanding sugar on top.
- Step 8: Chill the truffles in the fridge for a few minutes to set the chocolate before serving. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- For a festive touch, swap out red candy melts for green or gold. You can also add crushed peppermint candy for extra flavor and crunch.
Storage
Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving to soften the chocolate coating slightly.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other kinds of cake instead of the Christmas Tree Cakes?
Yes, you can use other store-bought or homemade cakes, but the Christmas Tree Cakes add a unique flavor and shape that works well for this recipe.
What if I don’t have a handheld mixer?
You can crumble the cakes with your hands or use a fork to mash them thoroughly until they form a dough-like consistency before mixing in the sprinkles.
PrintChristmas Tree Cake Truffles Recipe
These festive Christmas Tree Cake Truffles transform Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes into delightful bite-sized treats coated in creamy white chocolate and decorated with red candy drizzle and green sanding sugar, perfect for holiday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Main 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
- Prepare the cakes: Unwrap the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and place them in a large mixing bowl ready for processing.
- Form the dough: Using a handheld mixer, blend the cakes until they form a crumbly dough. Stir in the festive sprinkles evenly into the mixture.
- Shape the truffles: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll each between your palms to form balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat until all dough is shaped.
- Melt chocolate: Melt the white chocolate or candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl either in the microwave or using a double boiler until smooth and fully melted.
- Coat the truffles: Dip each cake ball into the melted white chocolate using a fork or dipping tool, ensuring they are fully coated. Let excess chocolate drip off, then set them back on the parchment-lined tray.
- Melt and drizzle red candy melts: Melt the red candy melts in a piping or ziplock bag in the microwave in 30-second intervals, massaging the bag between heats to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Decorate the truffles: Snip the tip of the bag and drizzle the melted red candy melts over the coated truffles. Sprinkle green sanding sugar on top to add festive decoration and place in the fridge for a few minutes to set before serving.
Notes
- Use a handheld mixer to ensure the cake crumbles evenly for smooth truffle texture.
- Work quickly when melting chocolate to avoid seizing or burning.
- Keep truffles chilled if not serving immediately to maintain their shape and coating.
- Red candy melts drizzle is optional but adds a festive pop of color and flavor.
- These truffles can be stored refrigerated for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
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