1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a springform pan.
2. Make the crust by crushing Golden Oreos or graham crackers and mixing them with melted butter.
3. Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
4. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
5. Add sugar and mix until fully combined.
6. Mix in eggs, one at a time, followed by sour cream and vanilla extract.
7. Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.
8. Place whole Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cakes evenly throughout the batter.
9. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the cakes, covering them completely.
10. Tap the pan on the counter to remove air bubbles.
11. Use a water bath by placing the cheesecake pan inside a larger pan filled with hot water.
12. Bake for 60-75 minutes until the edges are set but the center is slightly jiggly.
13. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
14. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature.
15. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to fully set.
16. Prepare the topping by melting white chocolate or making vanilla frosting.
17. Spread the melted white chocolate or frosting evenly over the top of the cheesecake.
18. Drizzle red icing in diagonal stripes to match the Christmas tree cake design.
19. Sprinkle green sugar or sprinkles over the top for decoration.
20. Slice and serve, enjoying your festive Little Debbie Christmas Tree Cheesecake!