These Fruity Twinkie Cake Dessert Cups combine a colorful blend of fresh berries with soft and tender Twinkie cakes for an impressive and delicious dessert that’s bursting with patriotism!
If you’re ready to embark on a dessert adventure that’s equal parts fun and deliciousness, you’re in for a treat. Say hello to these Fruity Twinkie Cake Dessert Cups – the perfect combination of fluffy indulgence and vibrant fruitiness.
These dessert cups are a creative twist on the classic Twinkie snack cake, combining the nostalgia of your childhood favorite with the irresistible allure of fresh fruits of your choosing.
These layered Twinkie dessert cups are the perfect blend of tender cake and fresh juicy fruits!
From the first bite to the last, these dessert cups will have your taste buds dancing with happiness. Perfect for the summer or any patriotic occasion!
Pair these dessert cups with Mini Fruit Pizzas for the ultimate red white and blue treat spread!
Fruity Twinkie cake dessert cups are fast and easy to make.
Why You’ll Love this Dessert Made with Twinkies
Picture a warm, gorgeous day, a table surrounded by family and friends, and in the center, a batch of Fruity Twinkie Cake Dessert Cups that are just waiting to be enjoyed.
These incredible treats are like a party in your mouth, blending the golden and tender goodness of Twinkies with a burst of fruity sweetness that’s downright delightful.
Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply treating yourself to a moment of indulgence, these fruity dessert cups bring a touch of fun and a whole lot of flavor to the table.
With every spoonful, you’ll savor the perfect balance of creamy, cakey, and fruity – a trio that’s destined to become your new dessert obsession!
Twinkie Cake Dessert Cup Ingredients
You’ll only need a few simple ingredients and a couple minutes of your time to assemble these yummy dessert cups.
- Twinkies – this classic snack cake serves as the perfect base for these dessert cups.
- Fresh Strawberries – find the most ripe and beautiful strawberries you can for the best results.
- Whipped Cream – simple but delicious, using whipped cream in these desserts is a great way to quickly and easily add light and sweet flavor.
- Blueberries – again, you’ll want to use fresh fruit for the most beautiful and flavorful end product!
How to Make this Fruity Twinkie Dessert
- Break up (or cut up) a Twinkie and place the pieces on the bottom of a cup or container of your choosing.
Start by adding a layer broken or sliced Twinkies to the bottom of your chosen serving containers.
- Smother in whipped cream.
Whipped cream is a fast and easy option, but any kind of whipped toppings works great for these Twinkie desserts.
- Add sliced strawberries, then on top, add more whipped cream.
Layer with sliced strawberries, blueberries, and more! The sky’s the limit with these dessert cups and the fruit choice is completely up to you.
- Top with blueberries.
Twinkie FAQ’s
What are the main ingredients in Twinkies?
The main ingredients in classic Hostess Twinkies include wheat flour, sugar, corn syrup, water, niacin, eggs, corn starch, and shortening, among others.
The other ingredients are largely for the purpose of preserving the Twinkies and extending shelf life.
When were Twinkies invented?
Twinkies date back to April 6th, 1930. They were invented at the Continental Baking Company in River Forest, Illinois, and have since become an iconic and widely-known snack cake.
The original Twinkie cake was filled with banana cream, but due to banana rationing during WWII the company switched to vanilla cream.
This turned out to be a popular choice, and thus were born the Twinkies we know today.
What other dessert recipes feature Twinkies?
Looking for more desserts with Twinkies? Try this delicious Strawberry Twinkie Cake recipe, which features the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake in an easy-prep dessert!
Can I make this Twinkie dessert as one large cake?
Absolutely, break out your favorite baking dish and line the bottom with snack cakes. Then follow the layers as instructed–spread whipped topping over the Twinkies, add sliced strawberries, more whipped cream, and blueberries.
Cover with plastic wrap and allow to chill in the fridge, then serve!
Can you make your own Twinkies?
Absolutely! If you’d like to start from scratch, try this recipe for Homemade Twinkies from Leite’s Culinaria. The basic components for Twinkies are a rounded sponge cake and vanilla cream.
Twinkie Berry cups are fun to make for summer parties and patriotic holidays.
Popular Variations and Substitutions
- Don’t want to use Twinkies? Or unable to find them? Substitute chunks of sponge cake or angel food cake. You can either buy these at the store or make them yourself. They’ll provide the same light and spongey texture.
- Use a different variety of Twinkies to switch up the flavors in this dessert! The Lemonade Stand flavor includes a pink lemonade inspired cream which would pair well with the fresh fruits. Other flavors that you might find are Strawberry, Mixed Berry, Orange Creme Pop, and even a patriotic Red White and Blue Twinkie variety.
- Feel free to use whatever fruits you like for these Twinkie dessert cups. Other great options include sliced bananas, raspberries or blackberries, mango chunks, kiwi, watermelon, and more. The variety of fruits is completely customizable!
- If you want a dessert that’s even richer, make your own cream filling. Combine cool whip with a packet of vanilla pudding for a sweet and decadent whipped filling and layer just as instructed with the whipped cream.
These red white and blue desserts are perfect for the summer or patriotic occasions, and are sure to please any crowd with their fun and fresh presentation!
More Recipes You’ll Love
- Banana Rum Cake – This delicious cake combines ripe bananas with complex rum for a homemade dessert with a fantastic boozy twist!
- Peanut Butter Whiskey Milkshake – You’ll love this decadent adult milkshake that blends ice cream and whiskey with peanut butter and chocolate flavors for the ultimate treat.
- Dessert Nachos – A fun twist on the classic dish, this dessert version of nachos includes cinnamon sugar chips with your choice of fresh fruits and chopped nuts.
- Lemon Madeleines – If you enjoy the light and tender texture of Twinkies snack cakes, you’ll enjoy these delicate homemade madeleines. They’re bursting with fresh citrus flavor and have a coating of sweet white chocolate!
Blueberry and Strawberry Twinkie Dessert
Fruity Twinkie Cake Dessert Cups
These dessert cups feature delicious fresh berries, soft Twinkie cakes, and layers of whipped cream for a light and satisfying dessert!
Ingredients
- Twinkies
- Strawberries
- Whipped Cream
- Blueberries
Instructions
- Break up a Twinkie & place the pieces on the bottom of a cup.
- Smother in whipped cream.
- Add strawberry slices.
- Add more whipped cream.
- Top with blueberries.
Notes
- Feel free to use other fruits like bananas, mango, raspberries, blackberries, kiwi, and more.
- Use cool whip instead of whipped cream for a slightly different take on this dessert. You can also combine your cool whip with a packet of vanilla pudding mix for a unique and decadent filling.
- Try this recipe with different flavors of Twinkie for variations.
- Angel food cake or sponge cake can be used in place of Twinkies.