Description
Rich and chewy cookies that capture the essence of childhood Hostess cupcakes, complete with marshmallow frosting and chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
- For the Cookies:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tbsp light corn syrup
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup Dutch process cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- For the Frosting & Toppings:
- 3 large egg whites
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup marshmallow fluff
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup white chocolate wafers or chips
Instructions
- Make the Cookie Dough: Preheat your oven to 365°F (185°C). Cream the butter and sugars together until smooth. Beat in the eggs, corn syrup, and vanilla. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt, then gradually add it to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Bake the Cookies: Scoop out portions of dough (about 1/4 cup each), flatten them into thick disks on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and bake for about 10 minutes. Let them cool completely.
- Whip up the Marshmallow Frosting: Whisk egg whites and sugar together in a bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water until the mixture is warm (reaches 160°F). Then, beat with a mixer for about 5 minutes until stiff peaks form. Add the marshmallow fluff and vanilla, and beat again until glossy and stiff.
- Prepare the Toppings: For the ganache, heat the heavy cream until it just starts to boil, then pour it over the semi-sweet chocolate. Let it sit for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth. For the swirl, melt the white chocolate in the microwave.
- Assemble Your Cookies: Pipe the marshmallow frosting onto each cooled cookie. Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the frosting. Finally, create the iconic white loops with the melted white chocolate. Enjoy
Notes
- Ensure cookies are completely cooled before frosting.
- For a thicker ganache, use less heavy cream.
- Experiment with different types of chocolate for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Frosting
- Cuisine: American