Twinkie® Wiener Sandwich
This unique recipe combines savory hot dogs with sweet, cream-filled sponge cakes and a generous squirt of canned cheese. It offers a surprising fusion of flavors and textures, ready in minutes. Ideal for adventurous eaters or a playful, unconventional snack, this dish promises a memorable, albeit unexpected, culinary experience.
Equipment
- 1 Small saucepan or skillet For cooking hot dogs (boiling, pan-frying, or grilling if using a grill pan)
- 1 Tongs For safely handling hot dogs during cooking and assembly
- 1 Small sharp knife For making a clean incision in the Twinkie
- 1 Cutting Board For safe and stable work surface when using a knife
- 4 Serving Plates For individual presentation of the finished sandwiches
Ingredients
Main
- 4 hot dogs
- 4 cream-filled sponge snack cakes such as Twinkies™
- 4 4 inch squirts of pressurized canned cheese (such as Easy Cheese™), or to taste
Instructions
- Cook the hot dogs using your preferred method—boiling, pan-frying, or grilling—until thoroughly heated and cooked through.
- While the hot dogs are cooking, carefully prepare the cream-filled sponge snack cakes. Using a small, sharp knife, make a lengthwise incision along the top of each cake, creating a neat pocket for the hot dog without cutting all the way through.
- Once the hot dogs are cooked, use tongs to carefully place one warm hot dog into the prepared incision of each sponge cake.
- Take your pressurized canned cheese and apply approximately a 4-inch squirt, or to your desired taste, directly over the hot dog in each Twinkie.
- Arrange the completed Twinkie Wiener Sandwiches on a serving plate.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast in temperatures and textures.
Notes
This is an incredibly unique culinary exploration. For best results, ensure your hot dogs are thoroughly heated; a gentle simmer in water or a quick pan-fry will suffice. When preparing the Twinkie, consider a small, precise incision along the length to create a neat 'bun' for the hot dog, rather than forcing it, which can cause the cake to tear. The pressurized cheese adds a distinct flavor and creamy texture; apply it evenly and perhaps warm the hot dog and Twinkie slightly together for a melded, if unconventional, experience. This dish leans heavily into nostalgia and novelty, so embrace the unexpected flavor combination rather than trying to 'refine' it. Serve immediately for optimal temperature contrast.