Fried Twinkies

Indulge your sweet tooth with this carnival-inspired recipe for Fried Twinkies—crispy on the outside, irresistibly creamy on the inside! Perfect for satisfying your craving for sweet comfort food, these batter-dipped and deep-fried treats are a nostalgic nod to fairground favorites. Freezing the Twinkies beforehand helps retain their creamy filling during frying, while a simple homemade batter ensures a golden, crispy exterior. Once fried to perfection, they’re dusted with powdered sugar for a final touch of sweetness. Easy to make and ready in just 25 minutes, this dessert is best served warm and makes a crowd-pleasing treat at parties, potlucks, or any time you want to bring carnival vibes to your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Twinkies
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Freeze the Twinkies for at least 2 hours to firm them up. This is essential to prevent the cream filling from melting too quickly during frying.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk the egg and milk together until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking to form a thick and smooth batter. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large pot over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature for best results.

Step 6

Remove the frozen Twinkies from the freezer and insert skewers or chopsticks into one end of each Twinkie to make them easier to handle.

Step 7

Dip each Twinkie into the batter, ensuring it is completely coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off.

Step 8

Carefully lower the battered Twinkies into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot.

Step 9

Fry the Twinkies for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Use a slotted spoon to remove the fried Twinkies from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 11

Dust the fried Twinkies generously with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 12

Serve the fried Twinkies warm and enjoy immediately for the best taste and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1654 grams (1654.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9792

Total Fat 990.10g	1269%
Saturated Fat 155.40g	777%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 362mg	121%
Sodium 2566mg	112%
Total Carbohydrate 297.90g	108%
Dietary Fiber 3.30g	12%
Total Sugars 149.60g
Protein 33.10g	66%

Vitamin D 161IU	806%
Calcium 467mg	36%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 700mg	15%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.1%

Protein: 1.3%

Carbs: 11.6%