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No-Bake Twinkie Pudding Cake Recipe

No-Bake Twinkie Pudding Cake Recipe


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  • Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

Creamy no-bake twinkie pudding cake delivers nostalgic comfort with layers of sweet memories. Cool vanilla pudding and classic Twinkie flavors meld perfectly for a quick dessert you’ll crave again and again.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Cake Ingredients:

  • 2 packages Twinkies
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix

Cream and Topping:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  1. Unwrap Twinkies and slice each horizontally into thin layers, creating a uniform base for the pudding cake.
  2. Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat until completely liquefied and golden, then set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk vanilla pudding mix with whole milk until smooth and thickened, approximately 2-3 minutes.
  4. Prepare whipped cream by beating heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  5. Layer the bottom of a rectangular dish with Twinkie slices, creating an even foundation.
  6. Drizzle melted butter over the Twinkie layer, ensuring even distribution.
  7. Carefully pour the prepared vanilla pudding over the Twinkie base, spreading gently to cover completely.
  8. Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs and a pinch of salt across the pudding surface for added texture and flavor.
  9. Cover the dessert with whipped cream, spreading it smoothly and evenly to the edges.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and pudding to set firmly.
  11. Before serving, let the cake rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to soften slightly.

Notes

  • Slice Twinkies with a sharp, clean knife for uniform layers that create a consistent texture and prevent crumbling during assembly.
  • Use room temperature milk and butter to ensure smoother mixing and better incorporation of pudding and melted butter.
  • Chill mixing bowl and whisk before whipping cream to achieve faster, more stable peaks with maximum volume.
  • For gluten-free adaptation, substitute graham cracker crumbs with crushed gluten-free cookies or toasted nuts to maintain crunch and flavor profile.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 22 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg