This no-bake Twinkie dessert combines split Hostess Twinkies, sliced bananas, and a pineapple-vanilla pudding mixture folded with Cool Whip into one moist, refrigerated layered treat that appeals to both kids and adults.
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Layer the Twinkies in a a 13 X 9 dish placing the cream side up.
Slice Bananas on top of Twinkies. Set Aside.
Mix in a bowl Vanilla Pudding (use it dry remember) 1 20oz can of crushed pineapple (drained) Mix together well.
Fold in 1 12 oz cool whip.
Keep refrigerated.
Refrigerate in a covered dish for up to 3 days. This is a no-bake, chilled-only dessert; do not freeze or reheat.
Yes. Assemble the entire dessert and refrigerate until serving. It's designed to be made in advance and tastes best when chilled.
No. Use instant vanilla pudding powder dry—do not prepare it with milk. Mix the dry powder directly with the drained crushed pineapple.
Keep refrigerated and consume within 2–3 days for best texture and freshness.
Pound cake, sponge cake, or store-bought vanilla snack cakes work as alternatives, though the classic Hostess Twinkie flavor is part of the dish's identity.
Standard Hostess Twinkies and instant vanilla pudding contain gluten. Use gluten-free certified versions if needed.
