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christmas tree cheesecake
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Make this show-stopping Christmas Tree Cheesecake using Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes for an easy, festive, and nostalgic holiday dessert. This recipe is simple to assemble, perfect for your holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 package Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes (about 10-12 cakes)
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional, for ganache)
  • Green frosting (for decorating)
  • Holiday sprinkles (for decorating)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup sugar. Add melted butter and press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Cool completely.
  2. Prepare the filling: Beat softened cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream. Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Assemble the base: Pour half of the cream cheese filling over the cooled crust.
  4. Arrange Little Debbie Cakes: Cut the Little Debbie Cakes in half lengthwise. Stand the halves up vertically, cut side down, in a circular pattern, pressing gently into the filling to create a layered, tree-like effect. Leave a small space in the center.
  5. Pour remaining filling over the cakes, ensuring they are mostly covered.
  6. Bake: Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 45-55 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  7. Cool and Chill: Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for one hour. Remove and cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
  8. Decorate: Once chilled, carefully remove the springform ring. Frost the top of the cheesecake using green frosting to resemble a tree shape or garland. Decorate with sprinkles to mimic ornaments.

Notes

  • For a no-bake version, skip the crust baking step and use sweetened condensed milk mixed with cream cheese instead of eggs and sour cream. Chill thoroughly.
  • If you cannot find Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes, use plain vanilla wafer cookies or vanilla Oreos for the layers.
  • Place a pan of water on the bottom rack of the oven while baking to help prevent cracking.
  • Use a small offset spatula to help smooth the frosting for a cleaner look.

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