Recipe: Homemade Hostess Cupcakes


These Homemade Hostess Cupcakes elevate the well known treat into something truly special that meets Italian standards.

By: Lindsey Conchar 

FOR THE CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES

  • All-Purpose Flour
  • Sugar
  • Cocoa Powder
  • Baking Soda
  • Salt
  • Egg
  • Milk
  • Vegetable Oil
  • Vanilla
  • Water: Use hot water to help the cocoa “bloom” and bring out it’s rich flavor.

FOR THE MARSHMALLOW FILLING

  • Unsalted Butter: Bring the butter to room temperature.
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Marshmallow Creme: You can also use Fluff, if desired.

FOR THE CHOCOLATE GANACHE

  • Chocolate Chips
  • Heavy Whipping Cream

FOR THE VANILLA ICING

  • Unsalted Butter: Room temperature.
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Milk: Add milk to make a creamy icing that’s perfect for drizzling over your cupcakes.
  • Vanilla Extract
  • For Lindsey’s complete recipe, click here.

 

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