Sweets to Eat: Twinkie Tiramisu Recipe for Serious Eats

It's official: Hostess, the maker of Twinkies, has filed for Chapter 11.

While this doesn't necessarily mean the demise of the iconic treat, it's as good an excuse as any to stockpile on the sweet snack cakes and make something amazing:Twinkie Tiramisu.

This dessert is not difficult to make: basically, what you're doing is swapping Twinkies for ladyfingers in a traditional Tiramisu recipe. The sponginess of the Twinkies soaks up the flavors of the espresso-and-cream mixture, and they lend a little extra creaminess to the final dish. It makes for a fine mix of pinkies-out dessert and guilty-pleasure junk food.

Note: This dessert is made with raw eggs. There is a slight risk of salmonella or other food-borne illness. To reduce this risk, it is recommended that you use only fresh, properly refrigerated, clean grade A or AA eggs with intact shells, and avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell.

For the full entry and recipe, visit Serious Eats!

Comments

[Furniture England]

What an innovate twist on tiramisu. Thanks for this twinkie-related recipe.

[owlchick]

The link says it goes to Serious Eats, but it actually goes to your chichi Fegi post. :)

[Tower Deli]

The picture is so cool! Anyway, thank you for this post. I do love this dessert and I am dying to learn how to make one. In that case, I would not have to go out and buy, but I will be able to indulge myself of this delicious dessert anytime I want. Thank you so much.