Desserts: Warm Desserts: Deep Fried Twinkie

A popular treat available at fairs - probably not for those watching their weight.

Author: CalorieKing
Date: July 20, 2010

Serves: 6 person(s)
Yield: 6 x Twinkie servings

Preparation Time: 10 mins
Cooking Time: 4 mins

Ingredients:

6 Twinkies
6 popsicle sticks
4 cup vegetable oil
2 Tbsp flour for dusting
1 cup milk
2 Tbsp vinegar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt

Directions:

Chill or freeze Twinkies for several hours or overnight.
Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in deep fryer to about 375ºF.

To make batter: Mix together milk, vinegar and oil.
In another bowl, blend flour, baking powder and salt. Whisk wet ingredients into dry and continue mixing until smooth. Refrigerate while oil heats.

Push stick into Twinkie lengthwise, leaving about 2 inches to use as a handle, dust with flour and dip into the batter. Rotate Twinkie until batter covers entire cake. Place carefully in hot oil. The Twinkie will float, so hold it under with a utensil to ensure even browning. It should turn golden in 3 to 4 minutes. Depending on the size of your deep fryer, you might be able to fry only one at a time, two at the most.

Remove Twinkies to a paper towel and let drain. Remove stick and allow Twinkie to sit for about 5 minutes before serving.

Variations:

Serve with chocolate or berry sauce.

Serving suggestion is not included in the nutritional analysis.