Description

This festive Christmas Little Debbie Tree Cheesecake is a no-bake holiday dessert that combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the nostalgic flavor of Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes. Featuring a buttery crumb crust made from the iconic cakes, a light and fluffy cream cheese filling with bits of chopped tree cakes folded in, and colorful sprinkles for a festive touch, this dessert is perfect for holiday gatherings and easy to prepare ahead of time.

Ingredients

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Crust

4 Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (original vanilla flavor)
2 tablespoons melted butter

Filling

16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes, roughly chopped

Toppings

Red and green sprinkles (for garnish)
Whipped cream or frosting (optional for topping)
Additional Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (for decoration)

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Instructions

Prepare Crust: Line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper. In a food processor, blend 4 Christmas Tree Cakes into fine crumbs. Mix the crumbs with melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust. Place the pan in the freezer to chill while preparing the filling.
Make Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using. Continue to beat until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Whip Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form, ensuring a light and airy texture.
Combine Filling and Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until the filling is light and fluffy. Then fold in the roughly chopped remaining 2 Christmas Tree Cakes for texture and flavor bursts.
Assemble Cheesecake: Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the chilled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula for an even finish.
Chill: Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow it to fully set and develop flavors.
Garnish and Serve: Before serving, decorate the cheesecake with red and green sprinkles, optional whipped cream or frosting, and additional Christmas Tree Cakes for a festive presentation. For clean slices, dip your knife in warm water and wipe between each cut.

Notes

For clean slices, dip your knife in warm water and wipe it between cuts to prevent sticking.
You can freeze the cheesecake for up to 1 month; thaw it in the refrigerator before serving.
Almond extract is optional but adds a lovely hint of flavor.
Use well-softened cream cheese for a smooth filling texture.