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Hostess Cupcake Layer Cake

Indulge in Nostalgia with Hostess Cupcake Layer Cake

Experience childhood memories with this delicious Hostess Cupcake Layer Cake featuring chocolaty layers and marshmallow filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 36 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 16 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Layers
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar Essential for flavor.
  • 3/4 cup Natural Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-process cocoa can enhance depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with melted coconut oil.
  • 2 Eggs Flax egg can be used for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Bourbon or almond extract can be a twist.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can make DIY by mixing vinegar and milk.
  • 1 cup Hot Coffee/Water Hot water for milder taste.
Whipped Ganache
  • 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate adds intense flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
Marshmallow Filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Creates creamy texture.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Provides right texture.
  • 1 cup Marshmallow Fluff No substitute for unique texture.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • cake stand
  • Electric mixer
  • serrated knife

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and prepare cake pans with spray and parchment.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Mix in oil, eggs, vanilla, buttermilk, and hot coffee/water until smooth.
  4. Divide batter into pans and bake for 32-36 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Ganache and Filling Preparation
  1. Heat cream in a saucepan. Pour over chocolate chips and whisk until smooth.
  2. Once cooled, whip ganache until fluffy for frosting.
  3. Beat butter, add powdered sugar, then marshmallow fluff and vanilla; mix until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Level cake layers and assemble with ganache border and marshmallow filling.
  2. Apply crumb coat of ganache, chill for 15-20 minutes, then frost the cake with remaining ganache.
  3. Decorate top with reserved marshmallow filling as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 70mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Room temperature ingredients yield better results. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light cake texture.

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