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Delicious Air Fryer Twinkies with a golden crispy exterior
Leo Martinez

Air Fryer Twinkies

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Air Fryer Twinkies are a lighter take on the classic deep-fried snack — crispy on the outside, creamy on the inside, and ready in minutes with no messy oil!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 Twinkies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Twinkies store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup pancake mix
  • 1/2 cup milk adjust as needed for consistency
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • powdered sugar for dusting
  • cooking spray for greasing the air fryer basket

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk for mixing batter
  • tongs to remove cooked Twinkies
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, combine pancake mix, milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and thick.
  2. Set the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.
  3. Coat each Twinkie in batter, making sure it's evenly covered. Let excess batter drip off.
  4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  5. Place Twinkies in a single layer and cook for 5–7 minutes or until golden and crispy.
  6. Let them cool for a minute, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 120IUCalcium: 90mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

Homemade or store-bought Twinkies work equally well. Adjust batter thickness for better coating. For easier cleanup, line your air fryer with parchment paper or use a silicone basket liner.

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