Little Debbie Vanilla Christmas Tree Cakes are just like those animated holiday reruns that never get old. It just wouldn't be Christmas without them. Each snack cake is a snowy-white frosted evergreen made with two layers of squishy, yellow sponge cake and a thick ribbon of vanilla creme in between. Yes, the icing is waxy-sweet, but that's the taste of unadulterated, retro joy. 

Now celebrating their 40th anniversary, Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes have really only changed in shape over the years. They started out as straight, basic triangles, but got a scalloped branch upgrade in 2012. The classic flavor — with its red garland stripes and crunchy green sugar lights — remains a predictable annual eating ritual for families across the country. And it's no exaggeration to say these OG treats have graduated from simple 1980s-era treat to full-blown holiday mascot, complete with themed non-edible merch. The Little Debbie website is loaded with Christmas collectibles (neckties, earrings, Hawaiian shirts, dog toys), as well as festive recipe ideas.