Hostess Creamy Filling Recipe

Recreate the iconic creamy filling of Hostess cupcakes! This recipe delivers a fluffy, dreamy, marshmallow-based filling that's incredibly easy to make. Perfect for filling your homemade cupcakes, this recipe will elevate your baking game to the next level. Get ready for unbelievably delicious results!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 210.9 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hostess Creamy Filling

Water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup marshmallow creme
1/2 cup shortening
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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How to Make Hostess Creamy Filling

In a small bowl, dissolve 1/4 teaspoon of salt in 1/4 cup of hot water. Stir until completely dissolved.
Set the salt solution aside to cool completely.
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup marshmallow creme, 1/2 cup shortening, 2 cups powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Beat the mixture with an electric mixer on high speed until light, fluffy, and well combined (about 3-5 minutes).
Gradually add the cooled salt solution to the fluffy mixture, beating on low speed until just incorporated.
Your creamy filling is ready! Fill your cupcakes and enjoy. Makes approximately 1 1/2 cups of filling.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

84g

Fat

10g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hostess Creamy Filling?

Hostess Creamy Filling takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hostess Creamy Filling?

Hostess Creamy Filling has approximately 210.9 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hostess Creamy Filling?

The key ingredients for Hostess Creamy Filling are Water, Salt, Marshmallow Creme, Shortening, Powdered Sugar, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.