Description

Twinkie Cake is a nostalgic and indulgent dessert that mimics the taste of the classic snack cake, made with layers of sponge cake, creamy filling, and often topped with pudding and whipped topping.

Ingredients

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1 box yellow cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 container (8 oz) whipped topping (like Cool Whip), thawed
2 boxes (3.4 oz each) instant vanilla pudding mix
3 cups milk
4–5 ripe bananas, sliced
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, drained
Additional whipped topping for garnish (optional)
Cherries or sprinkles for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven and prepare the yellow cake mix according to package directions. Bake in a 9×13 inch pan and let it cool completely.
In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix until combined.
Fold in the whipped topping to create a light cream layer.
Spread the cream mixture evenly over the cooled cake.
Layer sliced bananas evenly over the cream layer.
Spread drained crushed pineapple over the bananas.
In another bowl, whisk together pudding mix and milk until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Spread the pudding over the pineapple layer.
Top with additional whipped topping, if desired, and garnish with cherries or sprinkles.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving to allow layers to set.

Notes

Make sure the cake is completely cooled before adding layers to avoid melting the cream topping.
You can substitute vanilla pudding with banana pudding for extra banana flavor.
This dessert is best served chilled and within 2 days for freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 340
Sugar: 27g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg