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REVIEW: Hostess Limited Edition Moonberry Twinkies

Mike / August 28, 2019 / Reviews / 4 Comments

What are Hostess Limited Edition Moonberry Twinkies?

Just in time for the 50th anniversary of Neil Armstrong’s first steps on the moon, Buzz Aldrin’s second steps, and Michael Collins achieving humanity’s greatest dream of getting as far away from other people as possible, Hostess has released Moonberry Twinkies.

How are they?

Everyone wants to know what a moonberry is and, more importantly, what do they taste like? I open the single-serving package and give the dark blue cake a sniff. It has a fruity scent, and as I bite into the Twinkie, it tastes vaguely red. They’re good because red candies are always my favorite. Be it Starbursts, gummies, or those strawberry-shaped hard candies; red candies are always the best.

The filling isn’t colored but seems to be where the fruit flavor is located. On the other hand, the colored cake seems to be the same vanilla cake as regular Twinkies.

There’s not a huge difference between these and standard-issue Twinkies. They’re good, but not, if you’ll excuse me, “out of this world.”

Is there anything else you need to know?

It seems like Hostess is stretching a bit to brand these with a moon theme. They say the dark blue color is supposed to look like the night sky, but I don’t buy it. Twinkie the Kid is not equipped for space travel. First, he’s a kid and so has not undergone the rigorous training needed to assure mission success. Second, he’s a pastry. I’ve gotten off track, but my point is Twinkies and the moon aren’t naturally associated with each other. So it’ll take more than a fictitious berry to convince me that Hostess isn’t simply trying to cash-in on the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 with as little work as possible. It’s a shame because there are some excellent moon-adjacent desserts out there ready to be Twinkified.

Here’s three of them:

Banana filled with vanilla coating (think Moon Pie)
Red Velvet with cream (moon)cheese filling
Blue Moon Ice Cream flavored

Those are free, Hostess. I just ask for a free box when you bring them to market. Make it two boxes if you decide to go with Blue Moon ice cream flavored one because that would be amazing.

Conclusion:

Moonberry Twinkies may be a lazily-themed quick cash grab, but they’re tasty if you’re looking for a fruity alternative to your usual filled snack cake.

Purchased Price: $2.50
Size: 2 cakes (77g)
Purchased at: Walmart
Rating: 7 out of 10
Nutrition Facts: (2 Twinkies) 270 calories, 9 grams of fat, 4 grams of saturated fat, 35 milligrams of cholesterol, 370 milligrams of sodium, 47 grams of carbohydrates, 0 grams of fiber, 31 grams of sugar (including 31 grams of added sugar), and 2 grams of protein.

SPOTTED (FROZEN FOOD EDITION) – 8/28/2019

Marvo / August 28, 2019 / Spotted on Shelves

Here are some interesting new or limited edition frozen foods found by your fellow readers. If you’ve tried any of the products, share your thoughts about them in the comments.

Great Value Sheet Pan Meal Chicken Veggie Fries — *Great Value Sheet Pan Meal Chicken & Veggie Fries*

(Spotted by Amanda Y at Walmart.)

Birds Eye Oven Roasters Sheet Pan Vegetables Red Potatoes Onions — *Birds Eye Oven Roasters Sheet Pan Vegetables Red Potatoes & Onions*

Birds Eye Oven Roasters Sheet Pan Vegetables Brussels Sprouts Carrots — *Birds Eye Oven Roasters Sheet Pan Vegetables Brussels Sprouts & Carrots*

Birds Eye Oven Roasters Sheet Pan Vegetable Sweet Potato Carrots Red Potatoes — *Birds Eye Oven Roasters Sheet Pan Vegetable Sweet Potato, Carrots & Red Potatoes*

(Spotted by Rachel J at Safeway.)

*Signature Select Northern Spy Apple Crisp*

*Signature Select Caramel Sea Salt Cake*

*Signature Select Triple Berry Blossoms*

(Spotted by Rachel J at Safeway.)

Launch Box Kickin Chicken Cheddar and Jumpin Turkey Jack — *Launch Box Kickin’ Chicken Cheddar and Jumpin’ Turkey Jack*

Launch Box Poppin Pepperoni Jack and Slammin Ham Colby — *Launch Box Poppin’ Pepperoni & Jack and Slammin’ Ham & Colby*

(Spotted by RB at Jewel-Osco.)

Luigi s Real Italian Ice Red White Blue — *Luigi’s Real Italian Ice Red, White & Blue*

(Spotted by Jarred at Walmart.)

Birds Eye Steamfresh Veggie Made Mac Cheese Shells with White Cheddar Cheese Sauce — *Birds Eye Steamfresh Veggie Made Mac & Cheese Shells with White Cheddar Cheese Sauce*

(Spotted by Rachel J at Safeway.)

*Signature Select Beef Bulgogi Rice Bowl*

*Signature Select Chicken Tikka Masala Rice Bowl*

*Signature Select Palak Paneer Rice Bowl*

*Signature Select Chana Masala Rice Bowl*

*Signature Select Lemongrass Chicken with Jasmine Rice Rice Bowl*

(Spotted by Rachel J at Safeway.)

Signature Select Asian Inspired Riced Cauliflower — *Signature Select Asian-Inspired Riced Cauliflower*

Signature Select Mediterranean Inspired Rice Cauliflower — *Signature Select Mediterranean-Inspired Rice Cauliflower*

(Spotted by Rachel J at Safeway.)

Thank you to all the photo contributors! If you’re out shopping and see an interesting new product on the shelf, snap a picture of it, and send us an email ([email protected]) with where you found it and “Spotted” in the subject line. Or reply to us (@theimpulsivebuy) on Twitter with the photo, where you spotted it, and the hashtag #spotted. If you do so, you might see your picture in our next Spotted on Shelves post.

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

SPOTTED: Nestle Toll House Fall’n Leaves Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

Marvo / August 27, 2019 / Spotted on Shelves / 3 Comments

With the autumn leaf sprinkles, these cookies look like the ground of a dog park where no one picks up their dog’s poop during the fall. (Spotted by Bob K at Walmart.)

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something or if the product is old, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

If you’ve seen the product, help out your fellow readers by letting them know in the comments what city and store you found it in.

SPOTTED: Chobani Flip Autumn Harvest Crisp

Marvo / August 27, 2019 / Spotted on Shelves

This should not be confused with Chobani Flip Pumpkin Harvest Crisp that had pumpkin low-fat Greek yogurt, with pie crust pieces, glazed pumpkin seeds, and pecans. (Spotted by Rachel C at Walmart.)

Also, if you want to send in photos and are wondering if we’ve already covered something or if the product is old, don’t worry about it. Let us worry about it.

If you’ve seen the product, help out your fellow readers by letting them know in the comments what city and store you found it in.

FAST FOOD NEWS: KFC Beyond Fried Chicken

Marvo / August 27, 2019 / Fast Food News / 3 Comments

Update: The location sold out within hours.

KFC is now testing a plant-based chicken called Beyond Fried Chicken. As you can guess by its name, it’s partnering with Beyond Meat, who has provided the plant-based protein for Carl’s Jr.’s Beyond Famous Star and Del Tacos’ Beyond Tacos.

Beyond Fried Chicken is available in nuggets with your choice of dipping sauce or boneless wings tossed in one of three sauce options: Nashville Hot, Buffalo, or Honey BBQ. The nuggets are available in six or 12-piece combo meals (which include a side and medium drink) for $6.49 and $8.49, or four-piece à la carte for $1.99. Boneless wings available in six or 12-piece options for $6 and $12, respectively.

Sadly, KFC’s BFC is being tested at one location — the Cobb Parkway restaurant near SunTrust Park in Atlanta (2637 Cobb Pkwy South East, Smyrna, GA).

(Image via KFC.)

REVIEW: Hostess Limited Edition Moonberry Twinkies

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