Ho Ho or Twinkie Surprise
Indulge in the nostalgic sweetness of Ho Ho or Twinkie Surprise, a no-bake dessert that’s decadently layered and irresistibly easy to make! Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a fun family treat, this recipe transforms everyone’s favorite snack cakes into a show-stopping layered dessert. Sliced Ho Hos or Twinkies form the base of this luscious dish, which is stacked with creamy chocolate pudding, fluffy whipped topping, and a playful drizzle of chocolate syrup. Finished with sprinkles or chocolate shavings, it’s as aesthetically pleasing as it is delicious. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and no oven required, it’s the ultimate make-ahead dessert for satisfying your sweet tooth. Serve chilled for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing surprise!
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces Ho Hos or Twinkies
- 2 packages (3.4 oz) Instant chocolate pudding mix
- 4 cups Cold milk
- 16 oz Whipped topping
- 0.25 cups Chocolate syrup
- 0.5 cups Sprinkles or chocolate shavings
Directions
Step 1
Slice each Ho Ho or Twinkie lengthwise into halves, creating thinner layers.
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until thickened. Let it sit for 5 minutes to set.
Step 3
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, arrange a layer of sliced Ho Hos or Twinkies to cover the bottom of the dish.
Step 4
Spread half of the chocolate pudding evenly over the layer of Ho Hos or Twinkies.
Step 5
Top with half of the whipped topping, spreading it gently to cover the pudding layer.
Step 6
Repeat the layers: add another layer of sliced Ho Hos or Twinkies, the remaining chocolate pudding, and then the rest of the whipped topping.
Step 7
Drizzle the top with chocolate syrup in a zigzag pattern and sprinkle with sprinkles or chocolate shavings for decoration.
Step 8
Cover the dish with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Step 9
Cut into squares and serve chilled. Enjoy your Ho Ho or Twinkie Surprise!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2121.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4386.5 |
| Total Fat 232.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 139.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g | |
| Cholesterol 600.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4408.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 545.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 482.3g | |
| Protein 56.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 768.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1706.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2669.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories