Christmas Tree Cake Trifle Recipe

If you’re on the hunt for a holiday dessert that’s FUN and easy, this Christmas Tree Cake Trifle is perfect! It’s sorta my twist on a festive strawberry shortcake. It brings together fluffy layers of whipped cream, smooth cream cheese, juicy strawberries, and those iconic Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes. I am admittedly a texture person and this trifle is the ideal blend of everything. Plus, it’s topped off with festive sprinkles and glittery sugar for that extra sparkle. It’s a treat that feels like a Christmas party in every bite. 

Easy Christmas Tree Cake Trifle Details!

If you’re looking for the ultimate holiday dessert that’s as easy as it is festive, this Christmas Tree Cake Trifle is your new best friend! It’s my Christmas twist on a strawberry shortcake style dessert, with the added bonus of Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes. It’s a fun and festive treat that combines fluffy whipped cream, cream cheese, and juicy strawberries with the soft, cake-y texture of the Christmas Tree Cakes.

The setup here is simple, but the payoff? Pure holiday magic. Start by chopping the cakes into bite-sized pieces (saving a few for that final festive touch on top) and whip up a cream filling with heavy whipping cream, cream cheese, and a hint of almond extract for that “just like the holidays” flavor. Layer the cake, cream, and strawberries in a trifle bowl so that you get that layered look. I like to mix up the layers with cake, cream, and berries – then reverse it with cake, berries, and cream. But really, this dessert is all about flexibility – stack it up however you like!

To make it extra festive, I top it off with a sprinkling of holiday-colored sprinkles and glittery sugar for a little sparkle. And for the grand finale, those three extra Christmas Tree Cakes nestle perfectly on top, creating a cute, edible display that’s impossible to resist. 

So, grab a spoon and dive in! Each bite is like a taste of Christmas – rich, creamy, and with just the right amount of sweetness. It’s easy to make, delicious to eat, and adds that perfect “wow” factor to any holiday tablescape. Enjoy my take on a fruity cake trifle, Christmas style!

Easy Christmas Tree Cake Trifle FAQs 🎄

1. Can I make the Christmas Tree Trifle in advance?
It’s best to assemble this trifle the same day you plan to serve it, as the layers stay fresh and maintain their texture. If you need to prepare ahead, you can chop the ingredients and whip the cream, then quickly assemble everything just before serving.

2. What can I use instead of Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes?
If Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes aren’t available, any similar snack cakes or vanilla pound cake pieces can work. Just look for a cake that’s dense enough to hold up between the creamy layers without becoming too soft.

3. How should I store any leftovers?
If there are any leftovers, cover the trifle tightly and store it in the fridge. It’s best eaten the same day, but you can enjoy it within 24 hours. After that, the layers may become very soft.

Easy Christmas Tree Cake Trifle

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• Author: Taryn Camp

Ingredients

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• 2 packages of Christmas Tree Cakes
• 2 cups of heavy whipping cream
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 c powdered sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp almond extract
• 1–2 pints of strawberries, chopped into small pieces or sliced
• Holiday sprinkles or glittery sugar

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Instructions

1.  Chop the Christmas Tree cakes into small pieces, leaving 3 aside uncut
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Set it aside.
3. In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and extracts until smooth.
4. Gently fold in the whipping cream.
5. In a trifle bowl, spread half of the chopped cakes at the base. Top with half of the whipped cream/cream cheese mixture. Spread half of the chopped or sliced strawberries on top of that.
6. Add another layer of cake, berries, and cream. Note- you can layer this however you’d like! I did cake, cream and berries, and then cake, berries, and cream for mine 🙂
7. You can totally leave the trifle as-is or top with sprinkles, glittery sugar, and the extra three cakes.

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