Twinkie Cake is a no-bake dessert that is a cross between a banana split and a shortcake. Layers of Twinkies, bananas, pudding and Cool Whip!
NO-BAKE TWINKIE CAKE
No, it’s not a cake that tastes like a Twinkie. It’s a cake made out of Twinkies! Yes, it sounds perfectly sinful. And it is. But it’s kinda healthy, it’s got pineapple and bananas in it and it even has cherries too. That’s healthy, right? And better yet, no baking involved!
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CAN I SUBSTITUTE SOMETHING ELSE FOR THE TWINKIES?
You can also use sliced pound cake or sponge cake for the bottom layer. So if baking isn’t really your thing and you need a sweet potluck dish, then this one is for you. And it is always fun to see people’s reaction when you tell them it is made from Twinkies. People are surprised at first…then they are in love…
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
Twinkies
bananas
crushed pineapples
instant vanilla pudding
milk
whipped topping (COOL WHIP)
maraschino cherries and chopped nuts
HOW TO MAKE NO-BAKE TWINKIE CAKE:
Remove Twinkies from the wrappers. You’ll use about 7 Twinkies. Although, I think I’ve made this a few times before where I ended up using 8. Must’ve been the way I sliced them. Place sliced Twinkies in a 9×13 pan, cream side up
Next, layer sliced bananas on top of Twinkies.
Spread the crushed pineapples on top of the bananas.
In a separate bowl, combine instant pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk. Whisk it together until combined and allow it to thicken slightly. It should take 3-5 minutes. You want it just a bit thickened, but still pourable. Pour pudding over crushed pineapple. Spread it out so it is evenly coated.
Next, spread the whipped topping over the pudding layer. Drain a few maraschino cherries on a paper towel.
Sprinkle chopped nuts on top of cake. Then place a few cherries on top.
Cover and store cake in the fridge. Let it set for about an hour before serving.
Enjoy!
Originally published: December 2011
Updated & republished: July 2019
NO-BAKE TWINKIE CAKE
Twinkie Cake is a no-bake dessert that is a cross between a banana split and a shortcake. Layers of Twinkies, bananas, pudding and Cool Whip!
Print Pin RatePrep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 230kcal
Ingredients
- 1 box Twinkies
- 4 bananas, peeled and sliced
- 1 (20 oz) can crushed pineapple, drained well
- 1 (3 oz) box INSTANT vanilla pudding
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (COOL WHIP), thawed
- maraschino cherries and chopped nuts, for topping
Instructions
- Remove Twinkies from the wrappers. You'll use about 7 Twinkies.
- Place sliced Twinkies in a 9 x 13 pan, cream side up.
- Next, layer sliced bananas on top of Twinkies.
- Spread the crushed pineapples on top of the bananas.
- In a separate bowl, combine instant pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk.
- Whisk it together until combined and allow it to thicken slightly. It should take 3-5 minutes. It should be thickened but pourable.
- Pour pudding over crushed pineapple. Spread out until evenly coated.
- Next, spread the whipped topping over the pudding layer.
- Drain a few maraschino cherries on a paper towel.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts on top of cake.
- Then, place a few cherries on top.
- Cover and store cake in the fridge. Let it set for about an hour before serving.
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Notes
Instead of Twinkies, you can always use sliced pound cake or sponge cake for the bottom layer.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 296mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 165IU | Vitamin C: 7.8mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 0.9mg
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KATHY says
I just wanted to thank you for this wonderful recipe, I made it and took it to a bbq last night and it was a big hit, even my husband who wanted me to make something different because he said he didn't like Twinkies loved it. I love your page its great thanks again.
Penny says
This looks great! I think I will try it with coconut instead of the pineapple with chocolate sprinkles on top. Also, one with chocolate pudding and mandarin oranges, YUM!
Anonymous says
Well what'll we do now that they no longer make twinkie's???? LOL
Gottcha3 says
I'm so sad. Now I have to figure out how to make my own twinkies!
Brandie says
You can actually find lots of other Twinkie versions out there now. Tastycake came out with their own Twinkie version recently and I think it tastes very good! Also, most stores have their versions of a Twinkie as well so there are lots of options for this still 🙂
Major Mom says
I think I will be trying this later this week for a picnic with Dave's new office.
Major Mom says
I think I will be making this for a pot luck picnic on Thursday! Thanks for the idea…
DeAnna Gonzales says
I'll try to make it I don't know if the twinkles will make it. …. They're a dessert all on their own!!! Yummy.!!!!
Denise Mayer says
Making this for our 4th ofJuly barbeque. Actually it's so easy the kids will be making.
Deborah Chism says
Gotta say I made this but I can't tell you how it tastes. Had to go deal with an emergency situation came bake and there was not even a crumb. I suppose my family liked it. I will make 2 next time and hide one.1
Linda says
Making it for a bbq tomorrow! How far in advance do you think I can make this?
Jill Lane says
I’m going to try this with Banana flavored Twinkies. This recipe reminds me of Banana split torte. It sounds so good! Have to try this!!
Brandie @ The Country Cook says
Ooooh – that’s a good idea! I love how they’ve brought back that original flavor! Let me know how it turns out for you!
Phyllis Kays says
When I made it, after cutting Twinkies in half I cut them in half again so they were about two inches long and placed them in the pan. It made it so much easier to serve
Jeffrey A Lynch says
My mom used to make this and somewhere in the steps she would pour a mix of strawberry jello over holes that she had poked into the Twinkies. Continue to layer it with banana’s or strawberries and whip cream with nuts my mouth is waterjng just talkinv about it. So many variations. I think she even used pistachio pudding once. Sooo good!
Linda Stoltz says
Sorry I haven’t read all of the comments above. However, I have tried the Twinkie cake with strawberries instead of bananas and pineapple. I also used two puddings as my pan was somewhat bigger. On top I used Cool Whip and the cherries. The strawberries had been freshly cut and frozen. I also used a half a cup of sugar to sweeten them before freezing. They were Juicy and fresh looking.
Huntdaniela says
I used strawberries and fresh cut pineapple❗
F Moore says
I love this recipe. It’s strange, because when my daugh Was born in 1995, I received an auxiliary book from the hospital with recipes in it, and there where two that’s popular as of late: strawberry soda pop cake (poke cake), and Twinkie pie. I am assuming that most of these recipes are old and have been passed around apparently. But great, nonetheless.
Lisa davis says
I am going to use lady fingers.Yummy 😋 can’t wait to try.
Karen says
I made this for my ladies bible study group. Everyone loved it. So easy to make. Requests to have it again tomorrow.
Brandie @ The Country Cook says
Woo hoo!! So wonderful Karen! Thank you for taking the time to come back and leave a comment!
Carole Coushaine says
I’ve made this cake for years…the only difference is I bake a yellow cake in a 9 x 13 inch baking pan instead of using Twinkies.
Brandie @ The Country Cook says
Sounds good to me!
Olivia C Dugas says
This is GREAT ! this will take the place of my overly intensive Banana Split Cake that i am getting too old to do. LOVE THIS!!!! Thank you, Brandie!
Brandie @ The Country Cook says
Yay!! Love hearing that Olivia! I love dessert but I need them to be easy since I am not the most accomplished baker. Ha!