No-Bake Twinkie Pudding Cake
A delightful dessert combining Twinkies, vanilla pudding, and cherry filling, perfect for warm days or quick sweet treats, requiring no baking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 10 Twinkies Classic dessert cakes
- 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz) Use instant for easy preparation
- 2 cups milk For mixing with pudding
- 1 container whipped topping (8 oz), thawed Ensure fully thawed for easier mixing
- 1 can cherry pie filling (21 oz) Can substitute with other flavors
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by cutting the Twinkies in half lengthwise. Lay them cut side up in a 9×13-inch dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and milk for about 2 minutes until it thickens.
- Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping into the pudding mixture.
- Pour the pudding mixture evenly over the Twinkies in the dish.
- Spread the cherry pie filling on top of the pudding layer.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- When ready to serve, cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
For a chocolate twist, you can create a version using chocolate pudding and chocolate Twinkies, with strawberries instead of cherry pie filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Serve chilled and consider adding extra whipped topping or cherries for presentation.