introduction
This easy Christmas Tree Cake Balls is fun and fast to make. It uses snack cakes, cream cheese, and white candy coating to make small green trees. For another simple holiday cake idea, see a heavenly Christmas cake recipe.
why make this recipe
These cake balls look festive and taste sweet.
They take little time and use few ingredients.
Kids and guests enjoy the small tree shape.
how to make Delicious Christmas Tree Cake Balls: Your New Holiday Favorite
Ingredients :
- 10 snack cakes Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (Alternatively use chocolate snack cakes)
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese (Softened)
- 1 pound Vanilla Almond Bark (Can be swapped with white chocolate)
- Green Sugar Sprinkles (For festive touch)
- 1/2 cup Red Candy Melts (For drizzling on top)
Directions :
Making the Cake Balls
- Unwrap the snack cakes and place them in a bowl.
- Crumble the snack cakes with your hands or a fork.
- Add the softened cream cheese to the crumbs.
- Mix until the crumbs and cream cheese form a smooth dough.
- Shape small portions into cone or tree shapes with your hands.
- Chill the shaped balls on a tray for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Melt the vanilla almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth.
- Dip each chilled cake ball into the melted bark to coat fully.
- Place coated balls on wax paper to set.
- Sprinkle green sugar sprinkles while the coating is wet.
- Melt the red candy melts and drizzle over the tops for decoration.
- Let all decorations set before serving.
how to serve Delicious Christmas Tree Cake Balls: Your New Holiday Favorite
Serve on a plate or a holiday tray.
Arrange the trees standing or lying down.
Add candy canes or small cookies around them for a festive look.
how to store Delicious Christmas Tree Cake Balls: Your New Holiday Favorite
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Layer with wax paper to avoid sticking.
You can freeze them for up to 1 month; thaw in the fridge before serving.
tips to make Delicious Christmas Tree Cake Balls: Your New Holiday Favorite
Use chilled hands or slightly wet hands to shape the balls easily.
Chill the shaped balls well so the coating sets cleanly.
Work quickly when dipping to keep shapes neat.
Warm the almond bark gently if it thickens while you dip.
variation (if any)
Use chocolate almond bark instead of vanilla for a darker tree.
Add crushed nuts to the mix for texture.
Swap red candy melts with colored sprinkles or mini M&Ms.
FAQs
Q: Can I use other snack cakes?
A: Yes. Use chocolate or vanilla snack cakes you like.
Q: Do I need cream cheese or can I use frosting?
A: Cream cheese firms the mix well. Soft frosting can work but may be sweeter and softer.
Q: How do I keep the coating smooth?
A: Make sure the cake balls are cold and the almond bark is fully melted and smooth before dipping.
Q: Can I make these ahead?
A: Yes. Make and store in the fridge or freeze for longer storage.
Conclusion
For a budget-friendly version and extra tips, see Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Balls – Budget-friendly Recipes ….