Hostess Twinkie Sponge Cake

Method

1. I

   Beat eggs til thick&lemon colored (about 5 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed).

2. II

   Gradually add the sugar a few spoons at a time; beat another 3 minutes.

3. III

   Slowly add flour, baking powder, salt.

4. IV

   Beat in milk in three equal portions till blended.

5. V

   Add Flavoring.

6. VI

   Beat 2 minutes.

7. VII

   Pour batter into greased & floured jelly roll pan.

8. VIII

   Bake in the center of a preheated oven at 350 degrees for 38-42 minute (or till toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

9. IX

   Cool on rack, 1 hour.

10. X

    Cut into finger shapes to resemble the original Twinkie cakes.

11. XI

    Spread with filling and form into sandwiches.

12. XII

    Wrap and refrigerate or freeze to use as needed.

13. XIII

    Keeps for up to 3 weeks refrigerated. Freezes almost indefinitely if wrapped well.