{"id":686,"date":"2024-01-29T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-29T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/?p=686"},"modified":"2024-02-01T12:21:25","modified_gmt":"2024-02-01T12:21:25","slug":"ho-ho-cake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/2024\/01\/29\/ho-ho-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Ho Ho Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin: auto;margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%\" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ho-ho-cake-3-1200x1799-1.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p>Transform your favorite childhood snack cake into a decadent ho ho cake. Inspired by a Hostess ho hos, this dark chocolate cake is topped with cream filling and fudgy ganache frosting. Every bite takes you back to feeling like a kid again!<\/p>\n<p>Chocolate cake lovers listen up because you\u2019re in the right place! I have so many delicious chocolate cake recipes on the blog for you to make. Try this easy <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wacky-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">wacky cake<\/a>, my favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chocolate-zucchini-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">chocolate zucchini cake<\/a>, or this fun <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chocolate-whoopie-pie-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">whoopie pie cake<\/a>! <\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Close view of a spatula lifting up a slice of ho ho cake.\" class=\"wp-image-241880 lazyload\" title=\"Transform your favorite childhood snack cake into a decadent ho ho cake. Inspired by a Hostess ho hos, this dark chocolate cake is topped with cream filling and fudgy ganache frosting. Every bite takes you back to feeling like a kid again!\" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ho-ho-cake-3-1200x1799-2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-ho-ho-cake\">What is Ho Ho cake?<\/h2>\n<p>If you grew up eating Hostess ho hos like me, you\u2019re about to relive your childhood. This luscious, moist chocolate cake is tender and rich with every bite. Ho hos have a sweet layer of cream filling on top of the cake, followed by a layer of chocolate ganache. And this ho ho cake is the perfect \u201cgrown-up\u201d version of the store-bought snack cake. This giant ho ho cake is a chocolate lover\u2019s dream dessert! The creamy filling is made with my dreamy <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/ermine-frosting\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">ermine frosting<\/a> recipe and it takes this cake to the next level. And to finish it off, it gets a homemade chocolate ganache that is fudgy and decadent! Trust me, once you\u2019ve had a taste, you won\u2019t want to stop. It\u2019s irresistible!<\/p>\n<p>I love to recreate a store-bought dessert! It\u2019s just fun to be inspired by favorite treats from growing up. But the best part is making them even BETTER by using better ingredients. Check out some of my other favorite copycat cakes. Make this fun <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/ding-dong-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">ding dong<\/a> cake, this <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/swiss-roll-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Swiss roll<\/a> cake, or my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/almond-joy-poke-cake\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">almond joy<\/a> poke cake!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ho-ho-cake-ingredients\">Ho Ho Cake Ingredients<\/h2>\n<p>Here is a list of everything you will need to make this giant-sized ho ho cake! It\u2019s three layers of rich yummy goodness. You can make it even easier by using a boxed cake mix if you\u2019re short on time. This homemade cake recipe is definitely better, but you do you! Find the exact measurements in the recipe card below.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ho-ho-cake\">Ho Ho Cake<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Vegetable Oil<\/strong>: Keeps the cake super moist and tender!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Warm Coffee:<\/strong>\u00a0Gives the chocolate a serious flavor boost, making it extra rich and irresistible.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Large Eggs<\/strong>: Holds everything together and keeps the cake nice and fluffy.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/homemade-vanilla-extract\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Vanilla Extract<\/a><\/strong>: Adds that yummy aroma and makes the cake even more tasty.<\/li>\n<li><strong>All-Purpose Flour<\/strong>: Acts as the base of the ho ho cake.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Granulated Sugar<\/strong>: Sweetness to the max, making each bite a treat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unsweetened Cocoa Powder (not Dutch process):<\/strong>\u00a0This star ingredient creates rich and intense chocolate goodness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking Powder and Soda:<\/strong>\u00a0So the cake has a perfect rise.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong>: A pinch of flavor enhancer, balancing the sweetness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ermine-frosting-cream-filling\">Ermine Frosting (Cream Filling)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Granulated Sugar:<\/strong>\u00a0The sweet stuff that makes ermine frosting taste just right, not too sugary but perfectly delicious.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flour<\/strong>: The secret ingredient that, when mixed with milk, creates the smooth and creamy base of ermine frosting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Milk:<\/strong>\u00a0The liquid magic that combines with flour to give ermine frosting its velvety texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Unsalted Butter:<\/strong>\u00a0Adds richness and creaminess to the frosting.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/goto.target.com\/c\/2773249\/81938\/2092?subid1=52e41fac28963d1e058a1042&amp;subid2=https%3A%2F%2Ftherecipecritic.com%2Fding-dong-cake%2F&amp;sharedid=The%20Recipe%20Critic&amp;subid3=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fpure-vanilla-extract-2oz-good-38-gather-8482%2F-%2FA-82247489&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Fpure-vanilla-extract-2oz-good-38-gather-8482%2F-%2FA-82247489#donotlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Vanilla Extract<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0A splash of flavor that makes ermine frosting extra sweet.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong>: Just a pinch to balance the sweetness and bring out all the tasty flavors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ganache\">Ganache<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Semi-Sweet Chocolate<\/strong>: For that deep chocolatey flavor. Either semi-sweet chocolate chips or a baking bar will work. You can also use dark chocolate if you prefer!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy Cream:\u00a0<\/strong>Makes the ganache nice and smooth. It\u2019s like a creamy fudge layer on top of the ho ho cake and SO irresistible. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ho-ho-cake-recipe\">Ho Ho Cake Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>Now that your ingredients are ready to go, let\u2019s make this delicious ho ho cake! I\u2019ve separated the instructions into a few different groups so that it\u2019s easier to follow along and make the recipe. Let\u2019s do this!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ho-ho-cake\">Ho Ho Cake<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Preheat Oven\/ Prepare the Pan:<\/strong> Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 19\u00d713-inch cake pan with cooking spray and set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wet Ingredients: <\/strong>In a large bowl whisk together the vegetable oil, warm coffee, eggs, and vanilla until combined.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Dry Ingredients to Wet Ingredients:<\/strong> In a medium bowl sift together the flour, sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently whisk together until fully combined.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bake: <\/strong>Fill the prepared pan with the batter and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the center of the cake springs back lightly when pressed on, or a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ermine-frosting-cream-filling-0\">Ermine Frosting (Cream Filling)<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Milk Mixture:<\/strong> Add the flour, sugar, and milk to a saucepan. Cool over medium heat while whisking constantly until thick like pudding, about 10 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chill: <\/strong>Remove from the heat and add to a heat-proof bowl or quarter sheet pan. Cover with plastic wrap so the plastic touches the top of the mixture and prevents a film from forming. Chill in the fridge for 40 minutes to allow it to finish thickening into a thick paste.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Whip:<\/strong> Add the room-temperature butter to a stand mixer and whip with the whisk attachment for about 8 minutes, until the butter is light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed to ensure all the butter gets whipped.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add in Flour:<\/strong> Add the chilled flour paste to the butter one scoop at a time until it is all incorporated<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add Vanilla and Beat:<\/strong> Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl and switch to the paddle attachment. Add the vanilla and salt and beat on medium-high for 10-13 minutes, until smooth and fluffy.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ganache<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Heat the Cream:<\/strong> Place the chocolate in a small bowl. Heat the cream in the microwave until steaming but not boiling, about 1 minute.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pour Over Chocolate and Stir:<\/strong> Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for a few minutes. Use a whisk to combine the chocolate and cream until smooth. If needed, heat the chocolate mixture for 10 seconds more to help melt the rest of the chocolate, but only if there are still little chunks of chocolate remaining after whisking well. Set aside to cool to room temperature.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Assembly<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Spread on the Cream Frosting: <\/strong>Use an offset spatula to spread the frosting evenly over the top of the cooled cake, getting it as smooth as you can.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pour on and Spread the Ganache:<\/strong> Carefully pour the cooled ganache on top of the frosting and use a spatula or offset spatula to spread it evenly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chill and Enjoy: <\/strong>Let the cake chill in the fridge for an hour or so before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"First photo of cake batter pouring into a pan. Second photo of the cake being frosting with the cream filling. Third photo of the ganache spreading on the cake.\" class=\"wp-image-241879 lazyload\" title=\"Transform your favorite childhood snack cake into a decadent ho ho cake. Inspired by a Hostess ho hos, this dark chocolate cake is topped with cream filling and fudgy ganache frosting. Every bite takes you back to feeling like a kid again!\" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ho-ho-cake-1200x1200-1.png\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__icon\"><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-make-it-a-ho-ho-sheet-cake\">Make it a Ho Ho Sheet Cake<\/h3>\n<p>Covert this cake recipe into a sheet cake by using a large baking sheet pan. The cake layer won\u2019t be as thick, but it will feed a bigger crowd. You will LOVE the cake-to-cream ratio! This cake is my favorite cake to transform into a sheet cake. The only difference will be the baking time. The cake will bake faster, so the baking time will be reduced. Use the toothpick method and check the cake around the 20-minute mark. Cool and frost the cake following the recipe card below. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__icon\"><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ho-ho-cake-tips\">Ho Ho Cake Tips<\/h3>\n<p>Let me help you make the ho ho cake of your dreams! Follow my tips and tricks below to give you the most success. I can\u2019t wait for you to try it!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use a Cake Mix:<\/strong> You may use a Devil\u2019s Food cake mix or other rich chocolate mix instead for a quicker, easier recipe.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Keep the Oven Door Closed:<\/strong> Try to avoid opening the oven early to check the cake. This can cause a drop in temperature, which in turn can cause the center of the cake to sink.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coffee: <\/strong>The coffee enhances the chocolate flavor of the cake, but if you don\u2019t want to use coffee go ahead and replace it with buttermilk.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ganache:<\/strong> For the ganache, you may use whatever semi-sweet chocolate you prefer! Mini chocolate chips will melt the quickest, but regular chocolate chips or chopped baking chocolate would be delicious. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Glass Pan:<\/strong> If you have a glass baking pan, this allows you to see the beautiful layers of cake, frosting, and ganache!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Close view of the cake layers showing in the pan.\" class=\"wp-image-241881 lazyload\" title=\"Transform your favorite childhood snack cake into a decadent ho ho cake. Inspired by a Hostess ho hos, this dark chocolate cake is topped with cream filling and fudgy ganache frosting. Every bite takes you back to feeling like a kid again!\" data-src=\"http:\/\/msedge.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/ho-ho-cake-1-2-1200x1799-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__icon\"><\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-storing-leftover-cake\">Storing Leftover Cake<\/h3>\n<p>If you have leftover ho ho cake then it won\u2019t last long! I\u2019ve been known to sneak into the kitchen for a slice after the kids go to bed because it\u2019s too good to resist! Follow my tips below for storing leftover cake in the refrigerator and freezer.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator:\u00a0<\/strong>This cake is best stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.\u00a0Store in an airtight cake container or wrapped in plastic wrap.<\/li>\n<li><strong>In the Freezer:<\/strong> Wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and then place them in a ziplock bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Let the slices thaw overnight in the fridge before unwrapping them. Being a sheet cake, I do not recommend freezing it whole.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Close view of a fork on a plate with a slice of ho ho cake.\" class=\"wp-image-241882 lazyload\" title=\"Transform your favorite childhood snack cake into a decadent ho ho cake. Inspired by a Hostess ho hos, this dark chocolate cake is topped with cream filling and fudgy ganache frosting. 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data-color=\"#343434\" style=\"font-size: 1em\"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-rating-star wprm-rating-star-5 wprm-rating-star-full\" data-rating=\"5\" data-color=\"#343434\" style=\"font-size: 1em\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span>Transform your favorite childhood snack cake into a decadent ho ho cake. Inspired by a Hostess ho hos, this dark chocolate cake is topped with cream filling and fudgy ganache frosting. Every bite takes you back to feeling like a kid again!<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Dessert<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">Ho Ho Cake, Hostess cake, Little Debbie Cake<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">35<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">35<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-245939 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-initial-servings=\"\" data-recipe=\"245939\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">16<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">Servings<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">509<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\">Alyssa Rivers<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-245939-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"245939\" data-servings=\"16\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Cake<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00be<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/vegetable-oil-48oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78376311?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">vegetable oil<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\u00bc<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">warm coffee<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/vital-farms-pasture-raised-grade-a-large-eggs-12ct\/-\/A-18783617?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">large eggs<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/mccormick-pure-vanilla-extract-2oz\/-\/A-13353225?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">vanilla<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/gold-medal-all-purpose-flour-2lbs\/-\/A-13016243?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">all purpose flour<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/granulated-sugar-4lbs-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78471310?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">granulated sugar<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00be<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/ghirardelli-unsweetened-cocoa-8oz\/-\/A-14767417?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">unsweetened cocoa powder,<\/a><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">not Dutch process<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/arm-hammer-pure-baking-soda-1lb\/-\/A-15133726?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">baking soda<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/clabber-girl-gluten-free-double-acting-baking-powder-8-1oz\/-\/A-14770673?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">baking powder<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/iodized-salt-26oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78140513?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">salt<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Ermine Frosting (Cream Filling)<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00be<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/granulated-sugar-4lbs-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-78471310?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">granulated sugar<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/king-arthur-flour-unbleached-all-purpose-flour-5lbs\/-\/A-14777928?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">flour<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/2-reduced-fat-milk-1gal-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-13276204?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">milk<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/land-o-lakes-unsalted-butter-1lb\/-\/A-13227053?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">unsalted butter,<\/a><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">room temperature<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/mccormick-pure-vanilla-extract-1oz\/-\/A-13353205?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">vanilla extract<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dash salt<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Ganache<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">8<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ounces<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">semi sweet chocolate<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"20\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u2154<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/heavy-whipping-cream-16-fl-oz-1pt-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-54550905?aflt=plt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">heavy cream<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"shop-with-instacart-v1\" data-affiliate_id=\"1712\" data-affiliate_platform=\"recipe_widget\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-245939-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"245939\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Cake<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 19\u00d713-inch cake pan with cooking spray and set aside.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>In a large bowl whisk together the vegetable oil, warm coffee, eggs, and vanilla until combined.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>In a medium bowl sift together the flour, sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.  Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and gently whisk together until fully combined.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Fill the prepared pan with the batter and bake for 35-40 minutes, until the center of the cake springs back lightly when pressed on, or a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Ermine Frosting<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Add the flour, sugar, and milk to a saucepan. Cool over medium heat while whisking constantly until thick like pudding, about 10 minutes.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Remove from the heat and add to a heat-proof bowl or quarter sheet pan. Cover with plastic wrap so the plastic touches the top of the mixture and prevents a film from forming. Chill in the fridge for 40 minutes to allow it to finish thickening into a thick paste. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Add the room-temperature butter to a stand mixer and whip with the whisk attachment for about 8 minutes, until the butter is light and fluffy. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed to ensure all the butter gets whipped. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Add the chilled flour paste to the butter one scoop at a time until it is all incorporated<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\">Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl and switch to the paddle attachment. Add the vanilla and salt and beat on medium-high for 10-13 minutes, until smooth and fluffy.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Ganache<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Place the chocolate in a small bowl. Heat the cream in the microwave until steaming but not boiling, about 1 minute. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Pour the hot cream over the chocolate and let it sit for a few minutes. Use a whisk to combine the chocolate and cream until smooth. If needed, heat the chocolate mixture for 10 seconds more to help melt the rest of the chocolate, but only if there are still little chunks of chocolate remaining after whisking well.  Set aside to cool to room temperature.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Assembly<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-3-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Use an offset spatula to spread the frosting evenly over the top of the cooled cake, getting it as smooth as you can. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-3-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Carefully pour the cooled ganache on top of the frosting and use a spatula or offset spatula to spread it evenly. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-245939-step-3-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\">Let the cake chill in the fridge for an hour or so before serving.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">509<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">52<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">33<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">15<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">65<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">235<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">228<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">35<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">562<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">55<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Transform your favorite childhood snack cake into a decadent ho ho cake. Inspired by a Hostess ho hos, this dark chocolate cake is topped with cream filling and fudgy ganache frosting. Every bite takes you back to feeling like a kid again! Chocolate cake lovers listen up because you\u2019re in the right place! I have [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":688,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[22],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/686"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=686"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/686\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":696,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/686\/revisions\/696"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/688"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=686"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=686"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/msedge.site\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=686"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}