Description
These Little Debbie Christmas Cake Balls are a festive and delicious holiday treat, combining crumbled Christmas Tree Cakes with creamy vanilla cream cheese, coated in smooth white chocolate and decorated with optional red and green sprinkles. Perfect for easy-to-make, bite-sized holiday indulgence that can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Balls
- 1 box Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (10 cakes)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Decoration (optional)
- Red and green sprinkles
Instructions
- Crumble the Cake: Begin by crumbling the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes into a large bowl. Use your hands or a fork to break them into fine crumbs for easier mixing.
- Mix: Add the softened cream cheese and vanilla extract to the cake crumbs. Mix thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and holds together well when pressed, indicating it’s ready to shape.
- Shape: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into balls using your hands. Place the shaped balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth for easy coating.
- Coat: Dip each cake ball into the melted white chocolate using a fork, rolling to coat evenly. Let any excess chocolate drip off before placing them back on the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Decorate: If desired, sprinkle red and green sprinkles over the coated cake balls immediately to add a festive touch while the chocolate is still soft.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cake balls for at least 30 minutes or until the chocolate coating is fully set and firm to the touch.
- Serve: Enjoy the cake balls chilled or at room temperature as a delightful holiday treat.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- You can substitute white chocolate chips with candy melts for easier melting and coating.
- If you do not have vanilla extract, almond extract can be an interesting alternative flavor.
- Store leftover cake balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For a dairy-free version, use a dairy-free cream cheese and white chocolate substitute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
