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Hostess Cupcake Cookies

Hostess Cupcake Cookies

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Indulge in the nostalgic delight of Hostess Cupcake Cookies, a perfect blend of rich chocolate flavor and fluffy vegan frosting. These simple yet indulgent treats bring back childhood memories in every bite, making them ideal for family gatherings or a cozy night in. Using cake mix makes preparation a breeze, allowing you to enjoy these soft, chocolatey cookies with minimal effort. Plus, they’re customizable—add sprinkles or different frosting flavors to make them your own! Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just craving something sweet, these cookies are sure to impress everyone around.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15.25 ounce) 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 (7 ounce) jar vegan marshmallow crème
  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, and oil until a soft dough forms. Drop spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets.
  3. Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are set. Cool on racks.
  4. For the frosting, beat butter until creamy; mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and fold in vegan marshmallow crème.
  5. Prepare ganache by microwaving heavy cream over chocolate chips until smooth.
  6. Frost cooled cookies with marshmallow frosting and drizzle with ganache.
  7. Pipe reserved frosting into squiggles on top.

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