The Hostess Baseball CupCakes have been announced by the brand as a way for fans to celebrate the return of Major League Baseball (MLB) in a tasty way. The cakes have been released just in time for the first pitch, which is set to take place on March 29, and come in two varieties including 'Day Game' and 'Night Game.' The 'Day Game' cakes are made with yellow cake that has been frosted, while the 'Night Game' ones are chocolate cake with frosting; both cakes are filled with creamy filling and topped with a red squiggle to make them look like miniature baseballs.
The Hostess Baseball CupCakes are limited edition and will be available at retailers nationwide through April.
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