Indulge in the rich flavors of traditional tiramisu with a fun twist using Twinkies.

Twinkie Tiramisu is a delightful dessert that combines the classic flavors of tiramisu with the iconic Twinkie snack cake. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for any special occasion or just a sweet treat for yourself.

Ingredients

• 1 box of Twinkies
• 1 cup of strong coffee
• 1/2 cup of coffee liqueur
• 1 cup of mascarpone cheese
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• Cocoa powder for dusting

Directions

1. Start by cutting the Twinkies into 1-inch slices and arranging them in a single layer in a deep dish.
2. Mix the strong coffee and coffee liqueur together in a bowl. Drizzle the mixture over the Twinkies, making sure to soak them evenly.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the mascarpone cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
5. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the soaked Twinkies in the dish. Add another layer of soaked Twinkies on top.
6. Top with the remaining mascarpone mixture, spreading it evenly over the top layer of Twinkies.
7. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
8. Before serving, dust the top of the tiramisu with cocoa powder for a finishing touch.
9. Slice and serve the Twinkie Tiramisu chilled and enjoy!

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