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Easy Homemade Twinkies That Bring Back Sweet Memories Recipe

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This recipe for Easy Homemade Twinkies offers a delightful, nostalgic treat made from scratch. Featuring a tender, fluffy cake filled with a sweet, creamy vanilla filling, these Twinkies bring back the charm of the classic snack with a homemade touch. Perfect for those craving a nostalgic dessert or wanting to customize their ingredients including gluten-free and dairy-free options.

Ingredients

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For the Cake

  • 1½ cups All-Purpose Flour (can substitute with gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar (adjust for a lower-sugar option)
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder (acts as a leavening agent)
  • ½ tsp Salt (enhances the overall flavor)
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter (can be swapped with coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • 3 large Eggs (can use flax eggs for a vegan option)
  • ½ cup Milk (opt for dairy-free milk if lactose intolerant)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (essential for the cake flavor)

For the Filling

  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar (creates a sweet, smooth filling)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (use a plant-based heavy cream for dairy-free)
  • 1 tsp Additional Vanilla Extract (use pure vanilla for best taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Mold: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a Twinkie mold or a baking tray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution of leavening and flavor.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the unsalted butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cake texture.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture until fully incorporated, forming a smooth batter.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently just until blended to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cake.
  6. Fill Mold and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared Twinkie molds or cavities, filling them about halfway to allow room for rising. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cakes turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the mold for about 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before filling.
  8. Prepare Filling and Pipe: Whip together powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. Using a piping bag, carefully pipe the creamy filling into the cooled cakes until they are nicely filled.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • Use coconut oil instead of butter and plant-based milk and heavy cream for dairy-free or vegan options.
  • If vegan, replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp water per egg).
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the cakes light and fluffy.
  • Twinkie molds help achieve the classic shape but using a baking tray will also work; just adjust portion sizes accordingly.
  • Make sure the cakes are completely cool before piping the filling to avoid melting the cream.

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