Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Pops
Transform nostalgic Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes into festive, no-bake Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Pops that are as fun to make as they are to eat. With just a few ingredients and a whole lot of holiday charm, these sweet treats come together in minutes for the perfect Christmas no bake dessert.
There’s something undeniably magical and nostalgic about Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes, and turning them into cake pops makes that holiday spirit even more fun—and delicious! These charming Christmas Tree Cake Pops come together with minimal ingredients, no baking, and all the creamy, fluffy sweetness you remember from the classic treat.
They’re perfect for gifting, parties, or a cozy afternoon in the kitchen, and they add a playful pop of holiday cheer to any dessert table. Best of all, they’re incredibly simple to make, which means you can whip up a batch in no time—perfect for last-minute gatherings, classroom parties, or a fun family activity on a snowy afternoon. Get ready to transform a beloved seasonal snack into a batch of irresistibly cute Christmas pops!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- No Bake - the Little Debbie cakes do all the heavy lifting, so the pops come together fast.
- Kid Friendly - easy steps and minimal mess make this a fun activity for little helpers.
- So Festive - the familiar Christmas tree flavor and colors make these perfect for holiday parties and gift boxes.
- Perfect Texture - soft, sweet cake centers with a smooth candy shell—every bite is nostalgic and delicious.
Ingredients
Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes - two boxes of the classic Christmas tree cakes are the base of these cake pops.
Cream Cheese - cream cheese is mixed with the cakes for the cake pop mixture.
Almond Bark - vanilla almond bark is the coating for the cake pops. White candy melts also work.
Red Melting Wafer Candies - these achieve the classic red frosting stripes on the cake pops that the trees have.
Sugar Sprinkles - I used green sugar sprinkles to mimic the ones found on the Christmas tree cakes.
Please refer to the recipe card for the complete list of ingredients and quantities.
Variations
Chocolate Christmas Trees - I recently saw a chocolate version of the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and they would also work if you'd like a chocolate cake pop.
Peppermint - stir in crushed candy canes before rolling the mixture into balls, or sprinkle some on top while the coating is still wet.
Different Sprinkles - swap out traditional Christmas sprinkles for gold, silver, or themed sprinkle blends to match parties or gift sets.
Step by Step Instructions
Photo 1. In a bowl add the Christmas tree cakes and cream cheese.
Photo 2. With a paddle attachment on your stand mixer, beat until the combination is well combined.
Photo 3. Using a cookie scoop, scoop out dough balls, roll into circles, and then place on a parchment paper lined sheet pan. I like to pop mine in the freezer for 30-60 minutes before coating them with almond bark.
Photo 4. Melt the almond bark according to package instructions and dip each cake pop into the melted almond bark. Before the almond bark dries,
Expert Tips
Chill the mixture before covering in almond bark: Pop the cake pops into the freezer for 30-60 minutes so they firms up—this makes dipping the pops much easier.
Use a cookie scoop: A cookie scoop ensures uniform pop sizes so they chill and dip evenly.
Decorate quickly: Add sprinkles right after dipping - almond bark set fast!
Put Them on a Stick - I obviously didn't make mine into true cake pops on a stick, but you definitely can! Just place a stick into each cake pop prior to dipping them in the almond bark.
Freeze - these are best frozen prior to dipping in the almond bark, but I have frozen them with the almond bark, too. Just place them in a freezer container between layers of parchment paper or place wax paper between the layers.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! Any of their soft snack cakes will work, though the Christmas Tree Cakes give the most festive flavor and texture.
No—these cakes already have plenty of filling, so they bind together perfectly with just the cream cheese and without extra frosting.
Absolutely. Store finished cake pops in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
Stir in a small amount of coconut oil or shortening until it thins to a smooth dipping consistency.
Of course! More traditional cake pops are on sticks, I just didn't want to go through that effort.
Other Christmas Treat Recipes to Consider
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Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Pops
Ingredients
- 17.2 ounces Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes 2 packages
- 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
- 20 ounces vanilla almond bark
- green sugar sprinkles
- 4-6 ounces red candy melts melted
Instructions
- Add the Christmas Tree Cakes and softened cream cheese to a large mixing bowl.
- Use clean hands, fork, or paddle attachment on a stand mixer to break them down into fine crumbs and incorporate the cream cheese. This works easiest with the stand mixer.
- Scoop and roll the mixture into 1–1.5-inch balls. Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Freeze the rolled balls for 30-60 minutes to firm up before dipping.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the almond bark or candy melts in 30-second intervals, stirring between each. Add a bit of coconut oil or shortening if the coating is too thick.
- Optional: Dip the end of each cake pop stick into the melted coating, then insert it halfway into a chilled cake ball. Chill 5 minutes more to secure.
- Dip each cake pop into the melted coating, gently tapping off excess.
- Immediately add sprinkles before the coating sets.
- Once set, drizzle with the melted red candy melts.
- Let the cake pops cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy!
