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Little Debbie cake balls

Delicious and festive Little Debbie cake balls coated in chocolate, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 35
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10 pieces Little Debbie vanilla Christmas tree snack cakes
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 20 oz white chocolate melting wafers Ghirardelli brand recommended
  • 6 oz red vanilla flavored melting candy wafers Wilton brand recommended
  • 1 tablespoon green sanding sugar sprinkles

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until fluffy and smooth.
  3. Break the snack cakes into smaller pieces and add to the cream cheese. Mix on low speed until combined and smooth.
  4. Using a small cookie scoop, form cake mixture into 1 tablespoon balls and place on prepared baking sheets.
  5. Freeze the cake balls for 30-45 minutes until solid.
  6. Melt white chocolate wafers according to package instructions until smooth.
  7. Melt red candy wafers separately and transfer into piping bags.
  8. Dip each cake ball into melted white chocolate, tap off excess, then place onto parchment-lined sheet.
  9. Pipe a zig-zag pattern with red melted candy over coated cake balls and sprinkle with green sanding sugar.
  10. Let the cake balls set for 15-20 minutes until the coating is firm.

Notes

These cake balls are perfect for holiday parties and make a festive treat for everyone.