DING DONG CAKE

Embark on a dessert adventure with this Ding Dong Cake recipe, a rich and indulgent treat that brings the classic flavors of a beloved snack cake into a show-stopping homemade dessert. Perfect for celebrations or as a special treat, this cake pairs moist devil’s food cake with a creamy filling and a silky chocolate ganache topping.

This recipe is designed to impress, combining simple ingredients with straightforward steps to create a dessert that looks as incredible as it tastes. Let’s start creating this delightful treat that’s sure to become a crowd favorite.

Rich and Velvety: Ultimate Chocolate Cake Recipe

Our Ding Dong Cake transforms the familiar delight of the snack-sized treat into a full-sized cake that’s perfect for sharing. It’s not just a dessert; it’s an experience, complete with a creamy surprise inside and a luscious coating on the outside.

Key Steps for Perfect Results:

  1. Moist Cake Base: Enhancing the box mix with sour cream ensures each layer of the cake is rich and moist.
  2. Fluffy Filling: The whipped cream filling is light yet luxurious, providing a delightful contrast to the dense cake.
  3. Glossy Ganache: A simple ganache made with high-quality chocolate creates a smooth, shiny finish that drapes beautifully over the cake.
  4. Chill to Set: Allowing the cake to chill before serving helps the layers set and makes slicing easier.
Ding Dong Cake

Ding Dong Cake Recipe:

  • Preparation time: 20 minutes
  • Cooking time: 30 minutes (varies by box instructions)
  • Servings: 12
  • Equipment needed: Two 9-inch round cake pans, mixing bowls, electric mixer

Prepare for a baking experience that brings a touch of gourmet to your kitchen.

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

  • 1 box of devil’s food cake mix
  • Ingredients called for by the box (usually water, eggs, oil)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (to add moisture)

For the Filling:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Ganache:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Directions:

  1. Bake the Cake: Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions, adding sour cream to enhance moisture. Pour the batter into two 9-inch cake pans and bake as directed. Let the cakes cool completely after baking.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
  3. Assemble the Cake: Cut each cake layer horizontally to create four layers. Place the first layer on your serving plate. Spread one-third of the whipped cream over the layer, then top with another cake layer. Repeat layering, ending with a cake layer on top.
  4. Make the Ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers. Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Wait for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  5. Finish with Ganache: Pour the ganache over the assembled cake, allowing some to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to smooth the top and sides.
  6. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cake until the ganache sets and the filling firms up, ideally for a few hours.

Enjoy the Indulgence!

This Ding Dong Cake is a splendid treat that combines the moistness of devil’s food cake, the lightness of whipped cream, and the rich touch of chocolate ganache. It’s a dessert that offers a bit of nostalgia alongside a hearty dose of decadence.

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Ding Dong Cake

DING DONG CAKE

Prepare for a baking experience that brings a touch of gourmet to your kitchen.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Ingredients

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For the Cake:

  • 1 box of devil’s food cake mix
  • Ingredients called for by the box (usually water, eggs, oil)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (to add moisture)

For the Filling:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Ganache:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Bake the Cake: Prepare the cake mix according to the package instructions, adding sour cream to enhance moisture. Pour the batter into two 9-inch cake pans and bake as directed. Let the cakes cool completely after baking.
  2. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
  3. Assemble the Cake: Cut each cake layer horizontally to create four layers. Place the first layer on your serving plate. Spread one-third of the whipped cream over the layer, then top with another cake layer. Repeat layering, ending with a cake layer on top.
  4. Make the Ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it simmers. Remove from heat and pour over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Wait for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  5. Finish with Ganache: Pour the ganache over the assembled cake, allowing some to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to smooth the top and sides.
  6. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the cake until the ganache sets and the filling firms up, ideally for a few hours.
  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes (varies by box instructions)
DING DONG CAKE

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