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Hostess Twinkies

Still lists Yellow 5, Red 40.

Twinkies cake still lists Yellow 5 and Red 40 on current U.S. boxes.

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  • Current manufacturer ingredient list

    Twinkies ingredients

    Apr 1, 2026

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