Description
These Little Debbie Christmas Cake Balls are a delightful holiday treat made by combining festive Christmas Tree Cakes with cream cheese, then coated in smooth white chocolate and decorated with red and green sprinkles. Perfect for holiday parties or a sweet seasonal snack, these cake balls are easy to make and wonderfully festive.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 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, making sure there are no large chunks left.
- Mix: Add the softened cream cheese and vanilla extract to the cake crumbs. Mix thoroughly using a spoon or your hands until the mixture is smooth and cohesive enough to hold its shape when pressed together.
- Shape: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into balls using your hands. Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate cleanup.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring well each time, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Coat: Using a fork or dipping tool, dip each cake ball into the melted white chocolate, ensuring it is evenly coated. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off, then carefully place the coated cake balls back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Decorate: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle red and green sprinkles over the coated cake balls to add a festive touch, if desired.
- Chill: Refrigerate the cake balls for at least 30 minutes to let the white chocolate coating fully harden and set.
- Serve: Enjoy the cake balls chilled directly from the refrigerator or allow them to come to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
- If white chocolate chips are not available, white candy melts can be used as an alternative.
- The vegetable oil helps to thin the chocolate for easier coating; adjust the amount to achieve desired consistency.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness for up to one week.
- For gluten-free or different dietary adaptations, consider using gluten-free cake options instead of the standard Christmas Tree Cakes.
