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