Do you remember unwrapping those iconic Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes as a kid? The snap of the white chocolate, the fluffy yellow cake, and that creamy marshmallow filling instantly meant the holidays had arrived. We’re bringing that nostalgia right back into your kitchen with this homemade version. These cakes capture everything you love about the original, but with an even softer texture, fresher flavor, and a truly melt-in-your-mouth bite.
While these Christmas Tree Cakes are a labor of love, every step is part of the magic. From baking tender cake layers to whipping the fluffy filling and dipping each tree in glossy white coating, the process is as joyful as the final result. Perfect for holiday parties, gifting, or making memories with family, these homemade treats are absolutely worth the effort and are guaranteed to become a new holiday tradition.
Ingredients
Cake
- 1 box vanilla (or yellow) cake mix
- Ingredients listed on the box (typically 3 eggs, 1 cup water, ¼ cup oil)
Filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup marshmallow fluff