Can I substitute Twinkies with another cake?

Yes, sponge cake, pound cake, or ladyfingers work well in a Twinkie Cake recipe.

Can I make Twinkie Cake ahead of time?

Absolutely. Many say a Twinkie Cake tastes even better the next day after chilling overnight.

Can I use different pudding flavors in Twinkie Cake?

Yes, chocolate, banana, coconut, and even pistachio pudding are popular options.

Can I make a gluten-free Twinkie Cake?

Yes, use gluten-free sponge cake or specialty gluten-free snack cakes.

Twinkie Cake: Easy No-Bake & Baked Twinkie Cake Recipes

Name: Twinkie Cake – Easy No-Bake & Baked Twinkie Cake Recipes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 10–12 Twinkies; 1 box instant pudding mix (vanilla, banana, or chocolate); 3 cups cold milk; 8 oz whipped topping or 2 cups homemade whipped cream; Optional toppings: sliced bananas, strawberries, pineapple, chopped nuts, chocolate drizzle; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 cup granulated sugar; 4 large eggs, room temperature; 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, whipped; 1 tsp vanilla extract; Filling: 1 cup marshmallow fluff mixed with 1/2 cup butter, softened, and 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Description

This Twinkie Cake recipe gives you two delicious options: a fast, no-bake layered dessert or a bakery-style baked bundt Twinkie Cake with cream filling. Perfect for any occasion and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

For No-Bake Twinkie Cake:

10–12 Twinkies

1 box instant pudding mix (vanilla, banana, or chocolate)

3 cups cold milk

8 oz whipped topping or 2 cups homemade whipped cream

Optional toppings: sliced bananas, strawberries, pineapple, chopped nuts, chocolate drizzle

For Baked Bundt Twinkie Cake:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 1/2 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp salt

1 cup granulated sugar

4 large eggs, room temperature

1 1/2 cups heavy cream, whipped

1 tsp vanilla extract

Filling: 1 cup marshmallow fluff mixed with 1/2 cup butter, softened, and 1/2 cup powdered sugar

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Instructions

1. For No-Bake Twinkie Cake:

2. Slice Twinkies lengthwise and arrange cream-side up in a 9×13-inch dish.

3. Prepare pudding with cold milk as per package instructions.

4. Spread pudding over Twinkies evenly.

5. Top with whipped topping, smoothing with a spatula.

6. Add fruit, nuts, or drizzles as desired.

7. Chill at least 3 hours before serving.

9. For Baked Bundt Twinkie Cake:

10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan.

11. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks; set aside.

12. Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla until pale and fluffy.

13. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt; fold into egg mixture.

14. Fold whipped cream into batter gently.

15. Pour into pan; bake 35–40 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.

16. Cool completely. Fill with marshmallow mixture using piping bag.

17. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze before serving.

Notes

Twinkie Cake is best served chilled for clean slices.

For gluten-free Twinkie Cake, use gluten-free sponge or snack cakes.

Chilling overnight improves flavor in the no-bake version.

For extra presentation, add seasonal fruits or holiday sprinkles.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake or Baked
Cuisine: American