Description
Dive into the whimsical world of Twinkie Pineapple Cake, where classic Twinkies meet the tropical zing of pineapple, all enveloped in a creamy, dreamy whipped topping. This cake isn’t just a dessert; it’s a joyous celebration of flavors that’s sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face!
Ingredients
9 Twinkies, halved lengthwise
1 can (20 oz) crushed pineapple, lightly drained
2 cups milk
1 package (3.4 oz) vanilla instant pudding
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp coconut extract
2 cups toasted shredded coconut
Maraschino cherries (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
Base Layer: Arrange Twinkie halves, cream side up, in a 9×13-inch dish.
Pineapple Layer: Evenly spread the crushed pineapple over Twinkies.
Pudding Layer: Whisk milk with pudding mix and pour over pineapple.
Creamy Topping: Whip cream with powdered sugar, vanilla, and coconut extracts until stiff peaks form, then spread over pudding.
Garnish: Sprinkle with toasted coconut and decorate with cherries if desired.
Notes
Enhance the coconut flavor by toasting the shredded coconut until golden brown.
Chill for at least 4 hours before serving to let the cake set properly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no bake)
- Category: Desserts
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
