Twinkie Cake – Family Fresh Meals

This Twinkie Cake is one of those fun dessert recipes that always gets people talking. It takes those favorite childhood treats and turns them into a cool, creamy dessert that’s perfect for busy days or family get-togethers. With layers of banana twinkies, creamy filling, and fruit, it’s a great way to make something special without turning on the oven. If it’s your first time making something like this, don’t worry, it comes together easily. Keep this recipe card handy because this one disappears fast!

Ingredient Notes

• Banana twinkies ( or regular twinkies): These create the base layer and give that classic snack cake flavor.
• Vanilla pudding mix: Adds a smooth, creamy filling that ties everything together.
• Whole milk: Helps the pudding set into a thick, spoonable texture.
• Diced mangos: Brings a sweet, fruity pop to the creamy layer.
• Pineapple slices: Adds a bright flavor and balances the richness.
• Whipped topping: Creates a light and fluffy top of the cake.
• Maraschino cherries: Add color and a sweet finish.
• Chopped pecans: Give a little crunch to each bite.
• Coconut flakes: Add texture and a tropical touch.

Twinkie Cake

1. In a 9×13 baking dish, carefully place each twinkie slice with the frosting side up in an even layer. You may have an extra depending on spacing.
2. In a small bowl, remove 2 tablespoons of the pudding mix and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the remaining pudding mix with the milk until thick.
3. Gently fold in the diced mangos using a spatula.
4. Pour the pudding mixture over the twinkies and spread evenly across the layer.
5. Place the pineapple slices evenly over the pudding layer.
6. In another bowl, briefly whisk together the thawed whipped topping with the reserved pudding mix until slightly thickened.
7. Gently spread the whipped topping mixture over the pineapple in a smooth, even layer, covering the top of the filling completely.
8. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight. Before serving, top with cherries, chopped pecans, and coconut flakes if desired. Slice and serve chilled.

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Twinkie Cake

This Twinkie Cake recipe is one of those fun dessert recipes that always gets people talking.

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• In a 9×13 baking dish, carefully place each twinkie slice with the frosting side up in an even layer. You may have an extra depending on spacing.

• In a small bowl, remove 2 tablespoons of the pudding mix and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk the remaining pudding mix with the milk until thick.

• Gently fold in the diced mangos using a spatula.

• Pour the pudding mixture over the twinkies and spread evenly across the layer.

• Place the pineapple slices evenly over the pudding layer.

• In another bowl, briefly whisk together the thawed whipped topping with the reserved pudding mix until slightly thickened.

• Gently spread the whipped topping mixture over the pineapple in a smooth, even layer, covering the top of the filling completely.

• Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.Before serving, top with cherries, chopped pecans, and coconut flakes if desired. Slice and serve chilled.

Toggle Nutrition Information

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 81IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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