Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of childhood with these Homemade Hostess Cupcakes. A rich, moist chocolate cupcake filled with creamy marshmallow filling, topped with decadent chocolate ganache and a sweet buttercream loop design. Perfect for special occasions or just a fun treat!
Ingredients
Scale
Cupcakes:
- 1 cup (130g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (207g) sugar
- 6 tbsp (43g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 3/4 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup (120ml) hot water
Marshmallow Filling:
- 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (58g) powdered sugar
- 5 oz marshmallow creme
Chocolate Ganache:
- 4 oz (113g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 6 tbsp (90ml) heavy whipping cream
Decorative Icing:
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk
- Splash of vanilla extract
Instructions
- For the Cupcakes Preheat oven and prepare cupcake pan. Combine dry ingredients, then mix wet ingredients and combine. Add water, fill cupcake liners, and bake. Cool completely.
- For the Filling Beat butter, add powdered sugar, mix until smooth. Add marshmallow creme and stir until combined.
- To Assemble Fill cupcake centers with filling. Make chocolate ganache, spread on cupcakes. Prepare icing and pipe decorative loops on top of cupcakes. Refrigerate until serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder instead of regular cocoa powder.
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cooled before filling and icing to prevent melting.
- Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Homemade Hostess Cupcakes, Hostess Cupcake Recipe, Homemade Cupcake Recipe
