Deep Fried Twinkie Recipe
A hand-dipped Twinkie deep fried, dusted with powdered sugar and drizzled with chocolate sauce.
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Ingredients
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Twinkie Preparation
Batter Ingredients
Frying and Toppings
Method
Twinkie Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Twinkies
Remove the Twinkies from their packaging and set them aside. You can also freeze them for about an hour to help them maintain their shape during frying.
Batter Preparation
- 2
Make the batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Whisk together until well mixed.
- 3
Frying the Twinkies
- 4
Heat the oil
In a deep frying pan or large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Dip the Twinkies
Carefully dip each Twinkie into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 6
Fry the Twinkies
Once the oil is hot, gently place the batter-coated Twinkies into the oil, frying them in batches. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- 7
Drain and cool
Use a slotted spoon to remove the Twinkies from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serving
- 8
Dust and drizzle
Once the Twinkies have cooled slightly, dust them generously with powdered sugar and drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving.
- 9
Enjoy!
Serve the deep-fried Twinkies warm and enjoy your delicious treat!
