National Twinkies® Day celebrates
the anniversary of the invention of
Twinkies®
LENEXA,
Kan., April 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate
National Twinkies® Day on Wednesday, April 6, Hostess Brands is teaming up
with Gopuff, the go-to solution for immediate everyday needs, to
give Twinkies lovers a special treat. Fans who use the code
FREETWINKIES22 at checkout on the Gopuff app on April 6 will have the chance to receive a free
two-count package of Twinkies, limit of one per Gopuff account.
Subject to local availability and redemption limit.
"Twinkies are a beloved snack brand and have been for
generations," said Christopher
Balach, general manager of Hostess Brands, LLC. "That's why
we take great care to ensure that the taste and quality of each
pack of Twinkies exceeds fans' expectations. In celebration of
National Twinkies Day and to show our appreciation, we're delighted
to offer fans free Twinkies through our partners at Gopuff."
Fun and delicious facts about
today's top-selling snack cake
- Hostess Brands produces more than 1 million Twinkies a day and
400 million Twinkies a year.
- On average, 1,123 Twinkies are produced per minute.
- Hostess Twinkies were created in 1930 by baker Jimmy Dewar.
- The inspiration for the name Twinkies came from a Twinkle Toe
Shoes billboard that Dewar saw on his way to show off his
idea.
- The original Twinkies were filled with banana cream, which was
later changed to vanilla cream during World War II due to banana
rationing.
- At any given moment during production, 15,000 Twinkies are in
the oven and 35,000 are cooling.
- Each batch of Twinkies batter weighs 2,000 pounds.
- Did you know? Twinkies have a shelf life of only 45 days.
Today, Hostess Twinkies are available in four everyday
flavors, including classic, mixed berry flavored, banana flavored
and chocolate cake, as well as limited-time seasonal flavors, and
in three convenient sizes – a two-count single-serve, a 10-count
multi-pack and a 16-count family pack.
Follow Hostess on Instagram and Facebook and share how
you're celebrating by using #NationalTwinkiesDay. To learn more
about the Twinkies brand, visit the Hostess website at
https://www.hostesscakes.com.
Those in a Gopuff delivery zone who are craving the irresistible
snack can visit the app for a chance to receive a free two-count
package of Twinkies.
About Hostess® Twinkies®
Since being introduced in 1930, Hostess® Twinkies® have grown to
become a top-selling snack cake. The craveable golden sponge cake
contains creamy filling and is a perfect snack for any occasion any
time of day.
About Hostess Brands, Inc.
Hostess Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: TWNK) is a leading sweet snacks
company focused on developing, manufacturing, marketing, selling
and distributing products in North
America under the Hostess® and Voortman® brands. The company
produces a variety of new and classic treats, including iconic
Hostess® Donettes®, Twinkies®, CupCakes, Ding Dongs® and Zingers®,
as well as a variety of Voortman® cookies and wafers. For more
information about Hostess Brands, please visit
www.hostessbrands.com.
About Gopuff
Gopuff is the go-to platform for instant
delivery of consumers' evolving everyday needs. With an unmatched
assortment of products including cleaning and home products,
over-the-counter medications, baby and pet products, food and
drinks, and local brands, as well as alcohol and fresh prepared
food in some markets, Gopuff brings a unique, seamless, and
reliable experience to customers in over 1,000 cities for a flat
$1.95 delivery fee. Founded in 2013
by co-founders and co-CEOs Rafael
Ilishayev and Yakir Gola,
Gopuff created the instant needs category and continues to build
the rails for the future of commerce. To learn more,
visit www.gopuff.com or follow Gopuff
on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Download the
Gopuff app on iOS and Android.
Media contact
Lauren
Bettenga
952-797-6839
lauren.bettenga@clynch.com
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