Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Spice Twinkies! Perfectly spiced cake combines with creamy, fluffy vegan marshmallow filling for a delightful treat that captures the essence of autumn. These homemade desserts are not only easy to make but are also versatile enough for any occasion—from family gatherings to festive parties. Whether enjoyed fresh or stored for later, each bite is a warm embrace of sweet nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box spice cake mix
- 1 can pumpkin puree (15–16 oz)
- 2 cups vegan marshmallow cream
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a Twinkie pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine spice cake mix and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Fill each cavity of the Twinkie pan about 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean; cool completely in the pan.
- For the filling, beat together vegan marshmallow cream, shortening, salt, powdered sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Use a chopstick to create holes in each cooled Twinkie and pipe in the filling generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Twinkie (50g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Add spices like nutmeg or ginger for an extra flavor kick. Serve with whipped cream or drizzle with caramel sauce for added indulgence.