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Giant Ding Dong Cake
SUBMITTED BY:
TheThreeDogKitchen
PHOTO BY:
Auntie D in MN
"If you are a true lover of the small snack cakes, you will LOVE this version!!"
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PREP TIME
25 Min
COOK TIME
50 Min
READY IN
2 Hrs 15 Min
Original recipe yield 1 - 10 inch round cake
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1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
4 eggs
1 1/4 cups water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup shortening
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 1/4 tablespoons water
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DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch springform pan.
In a large bowl, stir together the cake mix and instant pudding. Make a well in the center and pour in the eggs, oil and water. Mix until well blended. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 45 to 50 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool cake completely on a wire rack before removing from pan.
Slice a 1 inch thick slice off of the top of the cake and set aside. Scoop out the cake for the center of the bottom part to within 1 inch of the sides. Discard or save for another use. To make the filling, whisk together the flour and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Set aside to cool completely.
Once the flour and milk mixture has cooled, beat the 1/2 cup shortening, butter, sugar and vanilla on high speed until light and fluffy. Add the milk mixture and continue to beat for 4 more minutes. Spoon into the center of the cake and replace the layer sliced from the top.
Combine the chocolate chips, 1/4 cup shortening, corn syrup and water in the top of a double boiler. Heat, stirring frequently until melted and smooth. Pour warm glaze over the top of the cake and smooth over the sides. Refrigerate until serving.
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Reviewed on Nov. 12, 2003 by IMP70
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Nov. 12, 2003
The flavor of this cake was very good, but I guess I'm not a bit "Ding Dong" fan....I thought there was too much cream filling in one place. I made this again but as a 3-layer torte with half the cream between each layer and covered with the chocolate glaze. As a torte -- it was one of the BEST cakes I've ever made. The comments were "which bakery did you get this from?" -- I love refrigerated chocolate cake and this one is AWESOME!
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The flavor of this cake was very good, but I guess I'm not a bit "Ding Dong" fan....I thought...
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Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2004 by
TheThreeDogKitchen
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Oct. 20, 2004
Well, I made this cake just yesterday. I just couldn't do the cutting and scooping out the cake. So I spooned the filling into a decorator's bag and pipped the filling into the cake. I made several holes on top of the cake (I had flipped the cake upside down on a cake plate). Please use the tip that is the most narrow, as you do not want big holes at the top of the cake. I must of had about 25 small holes from the nozzle of the bag, placing just enough filling, making the cake rise a tad. I was able to use all the filling into the cake. I then went and let the cake set while I did the frosting. For the frosting, I put more of the chocolate chips in then what I orginally posted the recipe at, most likely about 1/2 cup more. This cake is a must for the frig it seems to be more abundance with flavor when it sets for about 2-3 hours. I hope this helps someone. Cheryl Try using cupcakes! and dip them in the frosting, let cool on tray. WOWZA
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Well, I made this cake just yesterday. I just couldn't do the cutting and scooping out the...
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Reviewed on May 9, 2008 by
Auntie D in MN
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May 9, 2008
This is a FUN recipe! I have made it as a cake and as cupcakes. For the cake version, I agree that you should make it in layers, rather than putting all the filling into the center. As cupcakes, I used a pastry bag with a large tip, inserted it into the top of each cupcake and filled until I saw the top of the cupcake rise. I dipped the top of each cupcake into the glaze and let set before adding the white swirl. I got 21 cupcakes, filling each 3/4 full and cooking for 18 minutes. These are better made the day before. Also, you really need to whip the filling mixture to incorporate all the ingredients well.
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This is a FUN recipe! I have made it as a cake and as cupcakes. For the cake version, I...
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Reviewed on Jan. 24, 2007 by CHICKIE3190
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Jan. 24, 2007
This cake was a delicious one in deed. However i have to agree that having all the cream in the centre is a little too much. As stated in some reviews that it was not as dry as the real ding dong. It is because you didn't bake it long enough. Made two batches and one was left in the oven for 15mins longer than the other and this is where i found one was dryier than the other. Also i think next time i make this i think i will make it into a jelly roll that you can get from the stores and it tastes like the ding dongs too. over all i think it is best when the cake sits in the refidgerator for at least 12 hours before you eat it. Way better when you wait for it. Thanks for the recipe...it is a definate keeper!!!
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This cake was a delicious one in deed. However i have to agree that having all the cream in...
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Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2006 by kitchenwitch04
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Apr. 25, 2006
This recipe was SO good!!! I tested it out on fiance and kids first, then took it to work after receiving their 5 star rating. The girls at work went crazy!! All are begging for the recipe!! I did not hollow out the cake - instead I did as someone had recommended and made two 9 inch layer cakes and then split them in half to make a torte-like layer cake. It was so pretty and delicious. People are even wanting to PAY me to make this cake for birthdays!!! Can you believe it!! Thanks again for this great recipe...it was fun to construct and tasted fantastic!!
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This recipe was SO good!!! I tested it out on fiance and kids first, then took it to work...
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Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2005 by gennabear
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gennabear
Dec. 20, 2005
Holy Moly is this good! I made this 3 times in 10 days as everyone loved it!!! It's definitely the new favorite in our home. I used 2 9-inch pans instead of a 10 inch--that way I wouldn't have to scoop out the inside. I think it would be great using 3 pans...made like a torte. A couple of things I've learned...make sure you take the top layer off of the cooked milk/flour combo. It doesn't fully beat into the filing mixture otherwise. Also, I put this immediately into the fridge once I've filed it and it sets quite a bit while the topping is made. I plan to make chocolate cookies, fill them with the filing, and covered them with the chocolate. I think those will be fabulous too!! Oh yeah, it melts quickly in the heat, so if it's hot where you are, don't take it out until you serve it. Great cake!!!
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Holy Moly is this good! I made this 3 times in 10 days as everyone loved it!!! It's definitely...
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Reviewed on Sep. 24, 2006 by GUATMOM
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Sep. 24, 2006
Overall, this cake pleased the crowd. The frosting was yummy and super simple. I'll use it again and again. The filling was just ...there. Not bad and yet there was no sweetness to it. It was the right texture. I might try another ding dong filling recipe. I found one that has the filling made with powdered sugar, cream cheese, and cool whip. Not sure if it would give an authentic ding dong taste, though.
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Overall, this cake pleased the crowd. The frosting was yummy and super simple. I'll use it...
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Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2005 by Stacy
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Aug. 13, 2005
I've made this cake for several different functions and it's always very impressive. I can't stand the flavor of shortening so I substitute unsalted butter for the filling and frosting. This will be a keeper for a long time, thanks Cheryl!!
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I've made this cake for several different functions and it's always very impressive. I can't...
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Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2004 by JULIEMC001
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Aug. 11, 2004
Awesome! Appears harder than it really is. Very simple to make. Huge hit. Taste just like the real thing.
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Awesome! Appears harder than it really is. Very simple to make. Huge hit. Taste just like the...