Hostess Cupcake Cake
Try this Hostess Cupcake Cake recipe
Try this Hostess Cupcake Cake recipe
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- cake:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- filling:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- chocolate ganache:
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
- 3 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsweetened dutch process cocoa powder (i used hershey's special dark)
- 1 stick salted butter slightly softened
- 7 oz jar marshmallow creme
- chocolate frosting:
- 1 stick salted butter slightly softened
- 3 tbs hot water
- Carbohydrate 60.2585551947146 g
- Cholesterol 184.624166676184 mg
- Fat 53.4555183871687 g
- Fiber 1.89405227280485 g
- Protein 6.84986182145631 g
- Saturated Fat 29.1863589429276 g
- Serving Size 1 1 -15 serving (228g)
- Sodium 329.743904338397 mg
- Sugar 58.3645029219097 g
- Trans Fat 3.47617535574764 g
- Calories 736 calories
Step-by-step
- Prepare cake: Preheat oven to 350. Grease and flour 2 eight or nine inch pans.
- In the bowl of a mixer, combine sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together until fully combined.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.
- Scrape the sides of the bowl, then slowly stir in the boiling water.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 30 - 40 minutes, until tops of cakes spring back when you lightly touch in the center.
- Remove cakes from oven. Allow to cool in pans for about 10 minutes, then remove to finish cooling on wire racks.
- Prepare filling: In the bowl of your mixer, beat butter, vanilla and whipping cream on medium low speed.
- Add marshmallow cream and beat on medium until smooth.
- Slowly beat in powdered sugar until just barely mixed.
- Increase speed to high and beat for one minute, until fluffy.
- Place one cake on plate, flat side facing up, and frost generously with filling, setting just a bit aside for the squiggle on top of the cake.
- Top with second cake (again, flat side up) and place in the refrigerator.
- Prepare frosting: In the bowl of your mixer, beat butter and vanilla on medium speed until smooth.
- With the mixer on low, slowly add powdered sugar and cocoa powder until just combined.
- Add 4 TBS hot water and continue to beat on low until incorporated.
- Increase mixer speed to high and beat for 1 minute.
- Check frosting consistency -- if it's too thick to spread, add hot water 1 TBS at a time until it's your desired consistency.
- Remove cake from fridge and frost sides and top with chocolate frosting.
- Place back in the fridge to chill until frosting is cold and firm.
- Prepare ganache: In a microwave safe bowl, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream.
- Microwave for about 2 minutes, stopping every 30 seconds to stir until smooth.
- Stir in corn syrup and refrigerate until slightly cooled and thickened.
- Spoon in the center of your cake then spread to the edges, allowing the excess to drip down the sides.
- Place the cake back in the fridge until ganache is set.
- Place remaining cream filling in a sandwich bag with a corner snipped off.
- Pipe a squiggle in the center of the cake and serve.
My Hostess Cupcake Cake Adventure: A Baking Journey
As a busy working mom, finding time for elaborate baking projects can feel like a Herculean task. Yet, there's something deeply satisfying about creating something delicious from scratch, especially when it involves a childhood favorite like Hostess cupcakes. This Hostess Cupcake Cake recipe became my weekend baking project, a moment of self-care amidst the chaos of daily life. I love the challenge of transforming simple ingredients into a masterpiece that brings joy to my family. The rich chocolate cake, the creamy marshmallow filling, the decadent chocolate frosting – each layer was a testament to patience and precision.
The journey wasn't without its bumps, of course. The first attempt resulted in a slightly overbaked cake, a lesson learned in the importance of keeping a watchful eye on the oven. I also found myself slightly overwhelmed by the number of steps. It's definitely not a five-minute recipe, but the process itself is rewarding. The meticulous layering, the careful frosting, the anticipation of the final product – it all added to the overall experience. I adjusted the recipe slightly over the past year, experimenting with different types of cocoa powder and even adding a pinch of espresso powder for a deeper chocolate flavor. Ultimately, I discovered that the key to success lies in embracing each stage, allowing myself to enjoy the ritual of baking rather than focusing solely on the final result.
The taste? Oh, the taste! It’s simply divine. The cake is moist and intensely chocolatey, the filling provides a delightful sweetness that balances the richness of the chocolate, and the ganache adds a sophisticated touch. This cake isn't just a dessert; it's an experience. It’s a testament to the power of baking as a form of self-expression, a way to create something beautiful and delicious in the midst of a busy life. This cake has become a cherished part of our family gatherings, a reminder that even amidst the pressures of work and family responsibilities, moments of joy and creativity can be found in the simplest of things, like baking a cake. The process of creating this Hostess Cupcake Cake, from measuring out each ingredient to the final, satisfying bite, transformed a simple recipe into a treasured memory.
Tips and Tricks for Success:
- Don't overbake the cake: Start checking for doneness around 30 minutes and use a toothpick to ensure the cake is fully cooked.
- Let the cake cool completely: This prevents the frosting from melting.
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cake will taste.
- Chill the cake: Chilling the cake allows the flavors to meld and creates a firmer frosting.
- Have fun! Baking should be enjoyable, so relax and savor the process.
Ultimately, this recipe is more than just a set of instructions; it's an invitation to create a special moment, a connection to your inner baker, and a delicious treat for yourself and those you love.
