Christmas Twinkie Tinsel Delights

Christmas Twinkie Tinsel Delights, just in time for the holidays, this tasty treat can be fun to make and fun to eat, fun for the whole family.

Ingredients:

• 1 box of Hostess Twinkies
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• Red and green food coloring
• Holiday-themed sprinkles

Frosting:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Red and green food coloring

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with festive cupcake liners.
2. Prepare Twinkies:
   • Unwrap the Hostess Twinkies and cut each one in half horizontally. Place each half into the cupcake liners, cream side up.
3. Mix Batter:
   • In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide Batter:
   • Divide the batter into two equal portions. Add red food coloring to one portion and green food coloring to the other, mixing until you achieve vibrant holiday colors.
7. Layer Batter:
   • Spoon a tablespoon of red batter into one side of each cupcake liner and a tablespoon of green batter into the other side, creating a festive dual-color effect.
8. Swirl Colors:
   • Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the colors together, creating a marbled tinsel effect.
9. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Prepare Frosting:

• While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting by whisking together powdered sugar, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Divide the frosting into two bowls and color one bowl with red food coloring and the other with green.

11. Frost and Decorate:

• Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with alternating red and green frosting. Sprinkle holiday-themed sprinkles on top for a festive finish.

12. Serve and Enjoy:

• Arrange your Festive Twinkie Tinsel Delights on a holiday platter and serve them with joy to your family and friends!

These cheerful holiday treats are sure to add a touch of magic to your dessert table!