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Hostess Cupcake Layer Cake

A delightful layer cake inspired by the classic Hostess cupcakes, featuring rich chocolate cake, creamy filling, and a decadent chocolate ganache.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
Filling
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Ganache
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped

Method
 

Bake the Cake
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add egg, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Stir in boiling water until well combined. The batter will be thin.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream, mixing until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract.
Make the Ganache
  1. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until just simmering.
  2. Remove from heat and add chopped chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Assemble the Cake
  1. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate.
  2. Spread a layer of filling on top of the first cake layer.
  3. Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining filling on top.
  4. Pour the ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
  5. Let the ganache set for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 2gSugar: 35g

Notes

For a more authentic flavor, consider adding a chocolate drizzle on top of the ganache.

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