Miss Mary Anne’s Twinkie Cake

box (of 10) Hostess Twinkies (9 for cake, one to have with coffee or tea)

large bananas, sliced

large can (20oz) crushed pineapple (drained, but not pressed dry. Keep a little of the juice for moisture.

large box Vanilla instant pudding (mixed with milk according to directions on box)

Cool Whip (I just used the big size and had extra since it was a little more than 12 oz)

Maraschino cherries and pecans for garnish (optional)