Copycat Cream Filled Twinkie Bundt Cake
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️This recipe has been developed and tested by me and my family; it is not generated by AI.
Inspired by the beloved Hostess snack cakes, this light and airy Twinkie cake is filled with a tunnel of fluffy creme filling. Tastes just like your favorite childhood treat, but better!
| Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 60 Minutes Total Time: 75 Minutes Servings: 1 Bundt Cake |
Who doesn’t just love Twinkies? A childhood favorite. Well, my friend, today is the day you can make a CopyCat recipe of the original cake. Except in a much bigger form.
Unlike Twinkie Cakes made with layers of store-bought Twinkies or those made with boxed cake mix, this recipe consists of a sweet and tender, homemade vanilla bundt cake filled with a tunnel of simple marshmallow crème frosting.
This cake is a super fun cake to make and bring to your next family get-together.
Why You Will Love Twinkie Cake
Nostalgic Flavor: Enjoy the classic taste of Twinkies, which brings back fond childhood memories and a sense of nostalgia with every bite.
Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it’s a birthday, family gathering, or just a treat for yourself, this cake is versatile and sure to impress guests.
Ingredients Needed
Please note that a full list of ingredients and a printable version of this recipe is available below.
- Butter and vegetable oil – This combination creates a moist cake that is buttery rich.
- Flour – Flour is the foundation of this cake. I appreciate using all-purpose flour because it provides the right balance of structure and softness.
- Baking powder – A tablespoon goes a long way in ensuring that my bundt cake rises beautifully in the oven
- Salt – Enhances the flavor of this cake.
- Vanilla extract – Adds flavor and depth.
- Granulated sugar – The sugar not only sweetens the cake but also contributes to that lovely golden crust while helping the cake stay moist.
- Eggs, plus extra egg yolks – Using eggs, plus extra yolks is a little secret I can’t resist! They add a luscious richness to the cake, giving it a beautiful golden color and making every bite feel decadent and indulgent.
- Buttermilk – Its tangy flavor balances the sweetness and adds moisture that makes the cake incredibly tender.
How To Make This Twinkie Cake
STEP ONE: Preheat oven to 325°f and generously grease a 9-inch Bundt pan.
STEP TWO: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
STEP THREE: Cream 6 tablespoons of butter and vanilla. Then add sugar and oil and mix well.
STEP FOUR: Next, beat in eggs and yolks.
STEP FIVE: Alternate adding flour mixture and buttermilk to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth
STEP SIX: Pour batter into Bundt pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until the cake passes the toothpick test.
STEP SEVEN: Allow the cake to cool for 20 minutes before flipping it out of the pan. Then let the cake continue to cool for 1 hour.
Making The Filling & Filling The Cake
STEP ONE: Mix marshmallow crème, cup butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
STEP TWO: Make holes in the bottom of the cake with a paring knife or cupcake corer.
STEP THREE: Add the marshmallow creme to a piping bag or a plastic bag to fill the cake with the cream. Then replace the cake top holes.
Lastly… Carefully turn the cake onto a platter, dust it with powdered sugar, and serve.
Smart Baking Tips
When ready to add the filling, invert the cooled cake and carefully place it back into the clean bundt pan. This will help the cake remain stable as you carve the holes into the bottom.
Then use a pastry tool or cupcake corer (or a tiny spoon) to make about 10 holes in the bottom of the cake. Pipe the Twinkie filling into the holes, filling to the top.
How To Store This Twinkie Bundt Cake
If it ends up that you have leftover Twinkie cake, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Can be stored for up to four days.
Also, if you want to freeze this cake, I would suggest freezing the whole bundt cake before filling the cake. To freeze, wrap your cake in two layers of plastic wrap and then a layer of aluminum foil. Defrost at room temperature before carving out the holes in the bottom of the cake and add the filling before serving.
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Copycat Cream Filled Twinkie Bundt Cake Recipe
Inspired by the beloved Hostess snack cakes, this light and airy Twinkie cake is filled with a tunnel of fluffy creme filling. Tastes just like your favorite childhood treat, but better!
Ingredients
For Vanilla Cake
- 6 tablespoons butter, softened
- 3 cups flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 cup buttermilk
For Cream Filling
- 7 oz marshmallow crème fluff
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup Powdered sugar plus some for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°f and generously grease a 9-inch Bundt pan.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream 6 tablespoons butter and vanilla. Add sugar and oil. Beat in eggs and yolks.
- Alternate adding flour mixture and buttermilk to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
Pour batter into Bundt pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until the cake passes the toothpick test. - Let the cake cool for 20 minutes before flipping out of the pan. then let the cake continue to cool for
1 hour. - Mix marshmallow crème, cup butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Make holes in the bottom of the cake with a paring knife or cupcake corer.
- Add the marshmallow creme to a piping bag or plastic bag to fill the cake with the cream.
- Carefully turn the cake onto a platter, dust it with powdered sugar, and serve.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 557Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 129mgSodium: 434mgCarbohydrates: 77gFiber: 1gSugar: 49gProtein: 7g
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Wow, this recipe was so easy to make and yummy! My kids loved it…I can’t wait to make it again…YUM!!!
Thank you, Angela! I am so glad you enjoyed it.
Great tip about putting the cooled cake back in the pan before filling~
it made the whole process less messy. The marshmallow crème filling was nice too 🙂 .
this looks like such a fun cake! unfortunately i have a gelatin allergy so no marshmallows. Do you have a suggested alternative?
Hey Joy, I have a friend who also can not have marshmallows or fluff. She found an alternative made from Agar Agar (seaweed?, I think) You can also make your own, which I know seems like a lot more work to create this cake.
This is such an awesome recipe idea. I tried twinkies years back but found them too greasy. A homemade version will be so much nicer. I am so glad you made this, now I don’t need to workout how to do it from scratch!!!
This was such a nostalgic treat! The fluffy filling brought back all the childhood Twinkie memories, but in a much more impressive (and delicious) form!
Yessss, honey this would surely satisfy my husband’s sweettooth…..lol This is one sweet bundt cake treat I think everyone would enjoy. YUM!
That looks good enough to satisfy my sweet tooth right about now. Tasty and looks light too, not to heavy for this heat we’re still having outside (100 degrees today!).
This cake looks absolutely fun and nostalgic! I love how it recreates that classic Twinkie flavor in a homemade Bundt cake—perfect for sharing with friends.
O-M-G. I kid you not, I’m drooling as we speak. ♥️ I can’t wait to make this. I’m just sad I’ll have to share it, lol.
This Cream Filled Twinkie Bundt Cake offers a delightful twist on the classic snack, featuring a moist homemade vanilla cake filled with a sweet marshmallow crème center. This nostalgic dessert brings the beloved flavors of Twinkies to a larger, shareable format, perfect for family gatherings or special occasions.
I cannot wait to make this! Twinkies have always been my favorite sweet treat, so this just sounds sooo amazing to me.
You had me at marshmallow crème frosting! I love all the flavors especially the homemade version of a Twinkie cake! Yum!
This cake is everything Twinkies have ever wished they could be! I LOVE that creamy center.
Holy. Cow. This is one amazing cake. I mean, combining Twinkies and cake is absolute genius!
Thanks so much, Beth!!!! It is a fun cake for sure.