These Mini Christmas Tree Cake Donuts capture the flavor and festive look of the popular Little Debbie holiday treats. Simple to prepare and delightfully seasonal, they’re an excellent addition to any holiday spread. Once you try them, you’ll wonder why you didn’t bake them sooner.
Everyone seems to get excited about Little Debbie Christmas Tree desserts during the holidays, and the new Mini Christmas Tree Cake Donuts quickly became a favorite that’s selling out in stores. If you prefer a homemade version, this recipe recreates the same soft texture and holiday charm using everyday ingredients and a cake-mix base. They’re adorable on a dessert tray, make a thoughtful edible gift, and are great for parties.
Why You’ll Love Our Recipe
- Authentic copycat flavor and appearance of the mini Christmas tree cake donuts
- Made with only seven simple ingredients
- Cake mix keeps the donuts soft and tender
Ingredient Information
- Cake Mix: A yellow cake mix works well for a classic flavor; use your preferred brand.
- Almond Bark: A coating chocolate often labeled “almond bark” that does not necessarily contain almonds; found in the baking aisle and ideal for dipping.
- Red Candy Melts: Used for the decorative drizzle; available at craft and baking supply stores.
- Green Sprinkles: Sanding sugar, nonpareils, or jimmies in green all work to create the tree look.
Storage Information
Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, keeping them away from heat and humidity to preserve texture and appearance.
Helpful Tips
- You can make a chocolate version by using chocolate cake mix, or try red velvet for a festive twist.
- A mini silicone donut pan makes removal easy and reduces breakage after baking.
Mini Christmas Tree Cake Donuts
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Ingredients
- 1 box yellow cake mix 13.25 oz
- 3 eggs plus 1 egg yolk
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup butter
- 1 pound white almond bark
- ½ cup red candy melts
- Green sprinkles
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Melt the butter, either in the microwave in short intervals or on the stovetop, until fully melted.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, the extra egg yolk, milk, and the melted butter.
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Stir until the batter is smooth and fully blended.
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Pipe or spoon the batter into a mini donut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
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Bake for about 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean and the tops are set.
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Allow the donuts to cool completely before decorating.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white almond bark in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
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Dip the top of each cooled donut into the melted almond bark and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
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While the coating is still wet, sprinkle green sanding sugar or sprinkles over the tops to create the tree texture.
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Melt the red candy melts in a small microwave-safe bowl until smooth, transfer to a small plastic bag, snip a corner, and drizzle the red candy over each donut for decoration.
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Allow the drizzle and coating to set completely before serving.
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Serve and enjoy your festive mini Christmas tree cake donuts.
Nutrition
Calories: 245kcal
Carbohydrates: 33g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Sugar: 25g
Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary based on brands and exact ingredient amounts used.