Ingredients for Fried Twinkies
- Hostess Twinkies
- Wooden Popsicle Sticks
- Vegetable Oil
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (plus additional oil for frying)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
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How to Make Fried Twinkies
- Freeze Twinkies for at least 2 hours (or overnight for optimal results).
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, and 1/4 cup vegetable oil.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Gently whisk the wet ingredients (milk mixture) into the dry ingredients (flour mixture) until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Refrigerate the batter while the oil heats to the desired temperature.
- Insert wooden popsicle sticks into the frozen Twinkies, leaving enough stick to grasp.
- Lightly dust each Twinkie with flour, then dip completely into the batter, ensuring it's fully coated.
- Carefully place the battered Twinkies into the hot oil using tongs or a spider strainer. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fried Twinkies and place them on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Let cool for about 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately with warmed berry sauce (such as raspberry or mixed berry preserves). For the sauce, gently heat 1/2 cup preserves in a small saucepan until warmed through.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
11 g
Sugar
0g
Fat
6g
Carbs
5g
