Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this delightful Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cheesecake. Creamy cheesecake filled with chopped Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes and topped with a whimsical array of decorations, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Crust:
- 12 Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (original vanilla variety)
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 packet (1/4 oz) unflavored gelatin (optional for stability)
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- Whipped cream and festive sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the pan and chill.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla, mix until creamy. Whip heavy cream separately. Dissolve gelatin if using. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble: Fold chopped Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes into the filling. Pour over crust and refrigerate for at least 6 hours.
- Decorate: Top with remaining Christmas Tree Cakes, whipped cream, and sprinkles before serving.
Notes
- For extra flair, drizzle with melted white chocolate or colored candy melts.
- If omitting gelatin, the cheesecake will still set but have a slightly softer texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg