Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip with Cream Cheese

Last Updated on November 2, 2026 by Allison Lancaster

Make Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip with cream cheese, whipped topping, and vanilla snack cakes. Try this no-bake holiday dessert with cookies or pretzels!

Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip turns those familiar vanilla snack cakes into a creamy, scoopable Christmas dessert. Cream cheese, milk, vanilla extract, and whipped topping come together with the cakes for a no-bake treat you can serve with cookies, fruit, or pretzels.

Christmas tree cakes are one of my favorite parts of the Christmas season. This dip is a fun way to bring that same festive flavor to a holiday dessert table without turning on the oven.

Why you’ll love this Christmas tree cake dip

• No baking required: Mix the dip in a bowl and add your festive toppings.
• Easy to serve: Put out a bowl with a few different dippers so everyone can choose a favorite.
• Make-ahead friendly: Keep the finished dip covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve it.

For another sweet-and-salty addition to the dessert table, try my Christmas crack bark.

Ingredients for Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip

Use the vanilla Christmas Tree Cakes for the version below. They bring the cake, filling, and icing flavor to the dip, while cream cheese and whipped topping make it creamy and easy to scoop.

• 1 (5 count) box vanilla Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes, crumbled
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1/4 cup red candy melts, melted (optional)
• Red and green colored sanding sugar

I prefer 2% milk for this recipe. Have the cream cheese softened and the whipped topping thawed before mixing so both are ready when you need them.

You’ll also need a large mixing bowl, an electric mixer, and a spatula. If you’re making the optional candy decoration, have waxed paper and a piping bag handy.

How to make Christmas tree dip with cream cheese

1. Beat the cake mixture

In a large bowl, beat together the crumbled Christmas Tree Cakes, room-temperature cream cheese, milk, and vanilla extract until well mixed.

2. Add the whipped topping

Fold in half of the thawed whipped topping until blended. Then stir in the remaining whipped topping.

Use the full 16-ounce container called for in this recipe. Save the whipped topping for this step rather than beating it with the cream cheese mixture at the beginning.

3. Make the optional candy decoration

Place a piece of waxed paper on a flat surface. Put the melted red candy melts into a piping bag with the corner snipped, then pipe a zigzag or wavy line onto the waxed paper.

Allow the candy lines to dry completely. Carefully peel them away from the waxed paper and place them on top of the dip.

4. Finish and serve

Top the dip with red and green colored sanding sugar. Serve with assorted cookies, fruit dippers, or pretzels, or cover and refrigerate until serving.e.

What to serve with Christmas tree cake dip

Set out a few options with different textures:

• Vanilla wafers or graham crackers for a simple cookie pairing.
• Gingerbread cookies or animal crackers for another easy dipper.
• Pretzels for a salty contrast to the sweet dip.
• Fresh fruit for a different option alongside the cookies.

For a Christmas tree-themed dessert spread, add a plate of Christmas tree brownies beside the dip.

If you’re serving savory snacks too, my Christmas tree charcuterie board keeps the same festive theme with meats, cheeses, and crackers.

Make-ahead and storage tips

You can make this no-bake Christmas dip ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container or cover the bowl with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Because the dip contains cream cheese and milk, keep it cold at 40°F or below. Discard dip left out of refrigeration for more than 2 hours, or more than 1 hour if the temperature is above 90°F. A small serving bowl with extra dip kept in the refrigerator makes it easier to put out fresh portions during a party.

Frequently asked questions

Can I make Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip ahead of time?

Yes. Make the dip ahead, cover it, and keep it refrigerated until serving. The finished dip keeps in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Does Christmas tree cake dip need to be refrigerated?

Yes. This recipe contains cream cheese and milk, so keep it refrigerated at 40°F or below. Don’t leave it out for more than 2 hours, or 1 hour if it’s above 90°F.

What can I dip in Little Debbie Christmas Tree Dip?

Vanilla wafers, graham crackers, gingerbread cookies, animal crackers, pretzels, and fresh fruit all give you options for serving. Offer a few choices alongside the bowl.

Do I need to bake Christmas tree dip?

No. The dip itself needs no baking. The optional red candy decoration uses melted candy melts piped onto waxed paper and left to dry completely before being added on top.

How much whipped topping goes into this recipe?

Use one 16-ounce container of frozen whipped topping, thawed. Fold in half first, then stir in the rest. That’s the amount in this recipe, even though other Christmas tree cake dip recipes may use a different quantity.