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Homemade Twinkies

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Delightful homemade Twinkies that are light, fluffy, and filled with creamy goodness, bringing back childhood memories.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Prepping Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Creaming Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Adding Eggs and Flavor: Add the eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract.
  4. Combining Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually mix the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
  5. Baking the Twinkies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour the batter into a Twinkie pan or a muffin tin. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Whipping the Cream Filling: Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, then gradually add the powdered sugar.
  7. Filling the Twinkies: Fill the cooled cupcakes with the whipped cream using a piping bag or spoon.
  8. Indulging in Sweetness: Serve and enjoy your homemade Twinkies!

Notes

Store leftover Twinkies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze without filling for up to a month.

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