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Back-to-School Homemade Twinkies Fun & Nostalgic Treats

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These Homemade Twinkies are soft, golden sponge cakes filled with a light and creamy vanilla filling. Made entirely from scratch, they capture the nostalgic flavor of the classic treat while remaining simple, affordable, and customizable. Perfect for snacks, parties, or desserts, they’re a delightful way to bring a homemade touch to a beloved favorite.

Ingredients

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For the sponge cakes:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs, separated
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled

For the filling:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup marshmallow fluff
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed for texture)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease Twinkie molds or line a muffin pan with foil molds.
  2. Separate the eggs. Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form, then slowly add half the sugar and continue beating until glossy peaks develop.
  3. In another bowl, whisk egg yolks with the remaining sugar until pale and creamy. Mix in vanilla extract, melted butter, and milk until smooth.
  4. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together. Gently fold dry ingredients into the yolk mixture.
  5. Carefully fold in whipped egg whites using a spatula until fully combined.
  6. Fill molds about two-thirds full. Smooth tops with a spoon.
  7. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden and springy to the touch.
  8. Cool in the molds for five minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the filling by beating butter until fluffy. Add marshmallow fluff and powdered sugar, then mix until smooth. Blend in vanilla extract and a little milk if needed.
  10. Poke three holes along the bottom of each cooled cake using a skewer or small utensil handle.
  11. Pipe the cream filling into each hole until filled.
  12. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

For a chocolate variation, replace two tablespoons of flour with cocoa powder.

Chill filled Twinkies for a firmer texture.

Ensure the cakes are fully cooled before filling to prevent melting the cream.

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