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Indulge in the ultimate holiday dessert with the Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Cheesecake. A luscious Golden Oreo crust serves as the perfect foundation for this decadent delight. Nestled within is a layer of iconic Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes, adding a whimsical touch and nostalgic flavor. The creamy homemade cheesecake filling provides a velvety texture and rich taste that perfectly complements the cake layer. Topping it all off is a luxurious white chocolate ganache and to add a festive flourish, vibrant red gel icing and green sugar sprinkles adorn the top, creating a visually stunning masterpiece. Every bite is a celebration of the holiday season, offering a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more this Christmas season.

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Below you will find tips, tricks and helpful hints for making this recipe including step by step instructions with pictures. If you would like to go directly to the recipe, scroll down to the recipe card or tap “Jump to Recipe” at the top of the page.

Why You’ll Love This Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cheesecake Recipe

• The combination of the crunchy crust, soft cake layer, and creamy cheesecake filling creates a delightful contrast of textures that will satisfy all your cravings.
• The addition of Little Debbie Christmas Trees adds a fun and playful element to the dessert, making it perfect for holiday parties or family gatherings.
• The white chocolate ganache topping elevates this cheesecake to a whole new level of indulgence, adding a smooth and velvety layer of flavor.
• The festive decorations add a pop of color and make this cheesecake the ultimate showstopper for any holiday table. Plus, it’s fun to make with kids!
• This recipe is easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients, making it perfect for anyone who wants to impress their guests with a homemade dessert.

Little Debbie Cheesecake Ingredients

*Ingredient amounts are located in the recipe card at the end of this post.

Golden OREO Crust

Golden Oreos: This popular cookie serves as the base for the crust, adding a delicious buttery flavor. Vanilla Wafers or graham crackers can be substituted.

Butter: Melted butter is mixed with the crushed Golden Oreos to create a cohesive and flavorful crust and help bind the crumbs together.

Cheesecake Filling

Cream Cheese: Three packages of cream cheese provide a smooth and creamy texture to this cheesecake.

Sugar: Adds sweetness to balance out the tanginess of the cream cheese.

Vanilla: A teaspoon of vanilla extract enhances the flavor of the cheesecake and adds a subtle hint of warmth.

Eggs: Three eggs provide structure to the filling and help it set properly when baked.

Salt: Just a pinch helps balance out the sweetness and enhance all the flavors in this decadent dessert.

Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes: These iconic Little Debbie snack cakes add a festive and nostalgic touch and are the perfect addition to this holiday cheesecake. These can be found on the snack aisle at your local grocery store.

Ganache Topping

White Chocolate: The base of the ganache, these white chocolate bars provide a rich and creamy texture. Be sure to use high quality white chocolate or the ganache will not melt smoothly. I used Ghirardelli White Chocolate Bars.

Heavy Cream: Adds richness and helps create a smooth and silky ganache.

Green Sprinkles & Red Icing: To add a pop of color and festive flair to the cheesecake, these holiday sprinkles are added on top of the ganache.

How to Make Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Cheesecake

[Step 1] Cookie Crust: Add the Golden OREO cookies to a food processor and grind into fine crumbs. Add the melted butter and process again until fully combined. Press the crust mixture over the bottom of a 9-inch spring form pan and bake for 5 minutes at 350. Remove and allow to cool while preparing the filling.

[Step 2] Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the softened cream cheese at medium speed until smooth. Then add the sugar, vanilla, and salt to the cream cheese mixture. Beat again. Then beat the eggs in one at a time.

[Step 3] Prepare the springform pan by covering in three layers of foil.

[Step 4] Spread half of the cheesecake batter in the springform pan evenly, then gently arrange the Little Debbie cakes on top of the batter with the points facing the center. Pour the remaining batter over the cakes. 

[Step 5] Place the cheesecake pan in a large roasting pan or skillet to prepare for a water bath. Add 1-2 cups of HOT water to the roasting pan or skillet.

[Step 6] Bake at 300 degrees for 60-70 minutes until the edges begin to turn golden brown. After baking, prop open the oven door and allow the cheesecake to cool inside the over for one hour. Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake cool on a wire rack. Once cooled, transfer to the refrigerator for at least to hours, but preferably overnight.

[Step 7] Ganache Topping: Add the white chocolate chips and heavy cream to a microwave safe bowl. Melt in the microwave at 50% power for one minute. Remove and stir. Continue to microwave at 50% power in 30 second intervals, stirring in between. It took about 2 minutes for my chocolate to melt. I put my ganache in the refrigerator to thicken up before spreading it evenly over the top of the cake. When the ganache has cooled a little more, pipe the red frosting in squiggly lines across the top and sprinkle with the green sugar sprinkles. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least one hour before serving, for best results.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Stand Mixer or Electric Hand Mixer
• Mixing Bowls
• Silicone Spatula
• Springform Pan
• Roasting Pan

How to Store Christmas Tree Cheesecake

This Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Cheesecake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To keep it fresh and prevent any condensation from forming on top, cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container before storing. For longer storage, you can freeze this cheesecake for up to 2 months. Allow it to thaw in the refrigerator before serving.  

Baking Tips & Tricks

• Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting the recipe for best results.
• When adding the eggs to the cheesecake filling, make sure to beat them in one at a time and not overmix. This will help prevent cracks from forming on top of the cheesecake.
• The key to a successful water bath is making sure that you wrap the bottom of the springform pan with foil to prevent any water from seeping in.
• For easy removal, let the cheesecake cool completely before slicing and serving.
• If you don’t have access to Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes, you can substitute with other holiday-themed cookies or candies such as M&Ms or sprinkles. 
• To create clean slices, dip a knife in hot water before cutting through the cheesecake. Wipe off any excess water between cuts.
• For a more intense white chocolate flavor, you can add 1/4 teaspoon of white chocolate extract to the ganache. This can be found at specialty baking stores or online. 

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Final Thoughts

This Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cake Cheesecake is a fun and festive dessert that combines two classic holiday treats. With a Golden OREO crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a decadent white chocolate ganache topping decorated with adorable Christmas tree cakes, this dessert is sure to impress your friends and family during the holiday season at your next holiday gathering. So why not give this festive treat a try and add it to your list of must-have holiday desserts? Happy baking! 

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