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Hostess Cupcake Cookies

Hostess Cupcake Cookies

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Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of Hostess Cupcake Cookies! These delightful treats blend soft, chocolatey cookie goodness with a fluffy frosting and rich ganache, reminiscent of beloved childhood snacks. Easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, these cookies will bring smiles to faces young and old. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a sweet treat, these cookies are sure to be a hit. With fun variations to customize your creation, you can make them truly your own. Grab your mixing bowl and let’s dive into this delicious baking adventure!

Ingredients

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  • 1 box Devil's Food cake mix
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 2 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 jar vegan marshmallow crème
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, eggs, and oil until smooth. Drop spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets.
  3. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set; cool on wire racks.
  4. For frosting, beat butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and fold in marshmallow crème until smooth.
  5. For ganache, heat heavy cream over chocolate chips until melted; stir until smooth and let cool slightly.
  6. Frost each cookie generously; drizzle with ganache and pipe additional frosting on top for decoration.

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