Georgian Twinkie Delight

Ingredients

In this Georgian adaptation, the traditional American Twinkie filling is replaced with a creamy blend of Georgian cheese and honey. This adds a unique twist to the original recipe, infusing it with the flavors of Georgia. We alse have the original recipe for Twinkie, so you can check it out.

• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (200g) Georgian cheese (sulguni or imeruli), grated 1 cup (200g) Georgian cheese (sulguni or imeruli), grated
• 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons honey

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 18g
• Protein: 6g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a Twinkie pan.
2. 2.
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3.
   In a separate bowl, beat together the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. 4.
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. 5.
   Pour the batter into the prepared Twinkie pan, filling each cavity halfway.
6. 6.
   Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. 7.
   Remove the Twinkies from the pan and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
8. 8.
   In a bowl, combine the grated Georgian cheese and honey, mixing until well blended.
9. 9.
   Once the Twinkies have cooled, use a piping bag or a small knife to fill each Twinkie with the cheese and honey mixture.
10. 10.
    Serve and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Georgian cheese — If you can't find sulguni or imeruli cheese, you can substitute it with a mild feta cheese or a combination of mozzarella and feta.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra touch of Georgian flavor, sprinkle some crushed walnuts on top of the Twinkies before serving.
• If you prefer a sweeter filling, you can add a bit more honey to the cheese mixture.
• Make sure the Twinkies are completely cooled before filling them to prevent the filling from melting.

Serving advice

Serve the Georgian Twinkie Delight as a delightful dessert after a traditional Georgian meal. It pairs well with a cup of Georgian black tea or a glass of Georgian wine.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Twinkies on a platter, dust them with powdered sugar, and garnish with fresh mint leaves for an elegant presentation.