19/09/2024
**Homemade Copycat Hostess Cupcakes**
Craving the nostalgic taste of Hostess Cupcakes? Try making these homemade versions for a delightful treat that’s as delicious as the store-bought kind but made right in your kitchen. These cupcakes are rich, chocolatey, and topped with a signature creamy filling and glossy glaze!
**Ingredients:**
**For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup boiling water
**For the Cream Filling:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
**For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
**Directions:**
1. **Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.
2. **Prepare Cupcake Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is well combined and thin.
3. **Bake Cupcakes:
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
4. **Prepare Cream Filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat together the butter and shortening until smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until combined.
- Mix in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until the filling is light and fluffy.
5. **Fill Cupcakes:
- Once cupcakes are cool, use a small knife or a cupcake corer to remove a small portion of the center of each cupcake.
- Fill each cavity with the cream filling using a piping bag or spoon.
6. **Prepare Chocolate Ganache:
- In a heatproof bowl, combine the chopped chocolate and heavy cream.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Stir in the light corn syrup until well blended.
7. **Frost Cupcakes:
- Spoon or pipe the chocolate ganache over the top of each cupcake, spreading evenly.
- Allow the ganache to set before serving.
Prep Time:** 20 minutes
Cooking Time:** 20 minutes
Total Time:** 40 minutes (plus cooling and setting time)
Calories:** Approximately 320 kcal per cupcake
Servings:** 12 cupcakes
Enjoy your homemade copycat Hostess Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion or just a sweet indulgence! 🍫🧁