Description
These homemade Twinkies are soft, spongy, and filled with a luscious cream. Enjoy a nostalgic treat perfect for snacks, desserts, or sharing with loved ones.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Filling:
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease mold or mini loaf pan
2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl
3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy
4. Add milk, egg, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth
5. Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture
6. Spoon batter into molds 2/3 full and bake 15-20 minutes
7. Cool cakes 10 minutes in mold, then transfer to wire rack
8. Whisk heavy cream until soft peaks form, add powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form
9. Use piping bag to fill cakes with cream filling
10. Serve and enjoy
Notes
Ensure cakes are completely cool before filling
Avoid overmixing batter to keep cakes light
Add almond extract to cream for a special twist
Measure ingredients accurately
Grease molds to prevent sticking
Check baking time as oven temperatures vary
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American