Strawberry Smothered Twinkies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Strawberry Smothered Twinkies—a nostalgic dessert with a fruity twist! This quick and easy recipe transforms store-bought Twinkies into a gourmet delight by smothering them in a homemade strawberry sauce made with fresh, juicy strawberries, a hint of zesty lemon juice, and fragrant vanilla extract. Topped with a cloud of whipped cream and optional fresh mint leaves, this no-bake dessert is ready in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for last-minute gatherings or weeknight treats. Bursting with vibrant flavors and velvety textures, these Strawberry Smothered Twinkies are a crowd-pleaser that’ll satisfy every craving. Serve them as is or pair with ice cream for an extra-decadent experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Twinkies
- 2 cups Fresh strawberries
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Whipped cream
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Wash and hull the strawberries, then dice half of them into small pieces, leaving the other half intact for blending.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced strawberries, whole strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes slightly syrupy and the strawberries soften.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the vanilla extract and blend until smooth. Allow the strawberry sauce to cool for 5 minutes.
While the sauce cools, arrange the Twinkies on a serving plate, spacing them evenly.
Drizzle the strawberry sauce generously over each Twinkie, ensuring they are well-coated in the sweet mixture.
Top each Twinkie with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with a fresh mint leaf if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this indulgent dessert with family or friends!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1191 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.5 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.7 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 1335 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.6 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.3 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 619 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
