Description
A playful twist on a nostalgic favorite, Boozy Strawberry Margarita Twinkies are fluffy sponge cakes filled with whipped cream and brushed with a sweet-tart strawberry-lime syrup for a bold, bright dessert.
Ingredients
- Twinkies: 8 pieces
- Fresh Strawberries: 1 cup (chopped)
- Granulated Sugar: ¼ cup
- Lime Juice: 3 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
- Lime Zest: 1 teaspoon
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup (cold)
- Powdered Sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: Pinch
- Strawberry Jam (optional): 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Place your mixing bowl and beaters in the fridge to chill.
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, simmer strawberries, granulated sugar, lime juice, zest, and salt for 5–7 minutes until syrupy. Strain and cool.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Line a tray with parchment or a cooling rack.
- Assemble the Dish: Whip the cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Optional: swirl in jam. Pipe into Twinkies.
- Cook to Perfection: Lightly brush Twinkies with cooled syrup.
- Finishing Touches: Garnish with lime zest or a strawberry slice.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chill slightly and serve cool.
Notes
- Use ripe strawberries for the sweetest syrup.
- Do not oversoak Twinkies to maintain structure.
- Chill before serving for best texture.
- Optional: Add a drop of lime extract for extra zing.