Best 5 No Bake Ding Dong Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of childhood with our delectable No-Bake Ding Dong Cake! This playful dessert combines fluffy chocolate cake, creamy vanilla filling, and a decadent chocolate ganache coating, all without the hassle of baking. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a sweet treat anytime, this no-bake cake is sure to be a hit with people of all ages.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through three delightful variations of the classic Ding Dong Cake. The first recipe features a traditional chocolate cake base, while the second offers a gluten-free alternative for those with dietary restrictions. Last but not least, the third recipe introduces a unique twist with a red velvet cake base, adding a vibrant pop of color to this beloved dessert.

Each recipe includes detailed instructions, a list of readily available ingredients, and helpful tips to ensure success. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, we've got you covered. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the perfect No-Bake Ding Dong Cake!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DING DONG CAKE RECIPE



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This Copycat Hostess Ding Dong Cake recipe is a rich, decadent chocolate cake, with a creamy filling and chocolate ganache spread over the top!

Provided by Aimee Shugarman

Categories     Cake

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened dark chocolate cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
1/2 cup milk
5 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 bag (12 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate morsels
1 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Spray two 9-inch cake pans with baking spray. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a bowl, combine the flour, cocoa, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Set aside.
  • In a measuring cup, combine cooled coffee with milk*. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar for 5 minutes with an electric mixer. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Slowly add in dry ingredients and alternate with the coffee/milk mixture (about 3 additions of each).
  • Once all the ingredients are added, beat cake mixture for about 2-3 minutes until fluffy (scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed).
  • Divide cake batter into the two cake pans. Bake in oven for 25 minutes. Remove and allow to cool about 10 minutes in pan. Invert on a wire rack and cool completely.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the flour with milk, whisking until lumps removed. Turn on medium heat and continue to whisk until mixture becomes thick, like a pudding.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Cool completely.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine butter and sugar, beat until light and fluffy (about 4 minutes). Slowly add in the COOLED milk mixture, beating until combined. It may curdle slightly in the beginning, that's okay, keep beating until it becomes the texture of whipped cream!
  • In a glass bowl (safe for the microwave) combine semi sweet chocolate with heavy cream. Heat for 1 minute. Remove from microwave and stir until smooth (you may need to heat for another 15-30 seconds). Do not over heat. Set aside while you begin to assemble the cake.
  • Place first layer of cooled cake on a cake plate. Top it with ALL of the cream filling. Add the second layer of cake on top.
  • Slowly pour the ganache over the cake, using an offset spatula to help cover the top and sides. Allow to set, about 15 minutes. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 92 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 28 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, SaturatedFat 17 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 slice, Sodium 198 milligrams sodium, Sugar 37 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams unsaturated fat

NO BAKE DING DONG CAKE



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Yum!!!!

Provided by Rachel Hubbard

Categories     Cakes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box ding dongs
2-8 oz pkgs of cool whip
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 box pudding; chocolate, vanilla or 1 of each
3 c milk

Steps:

  • 1. Cut ding dong in half lengthwise. Place them, cream side up, on the bottom of a 9x13 pan. Blend 1 tub Cool Whip with cream cheese. Blend until smooth and spread over ding dongs.
  • 2. Mix 2 boxes of pudding with the milk. Layer in pan and top with the other tub of Cool Whip. Refrigerate overnight.

DING DONG CAKE



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I made this cake last year for a Christmas party. When I got home, I had 25 pieces of paper asking for the recipe. It is a simple, easy cake to make, but the finished product tastes just like ding dong cakes. If you want a cake that is impressive and want to get raves, this one is it bar-none.

Provided by STARTERWIFE

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 1 cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (18 ounce) box devil's food cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (16 ounce) can milk chocolate frosting
2/3 cup Crisco
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Bake cake and divide into layers (I used 9x13 pan, but you can do it in rounds and even do 4-6 layers). Bake according to package directions.
  • Mix Crisco, cream, sugar, vanilla and salt well; then add powder sugar and mix all well.
  • Spread filling between layers and frost entire cake with milk chocolate frosting.
  • (Please don't substitute anything for the milk chocolate frosting--it tastes like candy and the other frostings don't).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.7, Fat 32.5, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 54.9, Sodium 458.4, Carbohydrate 69.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 51.5, Protein 5

DING DONG CAKE



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From a site called I Am Baker and just that different from others on this site. This cake is one of those cakes that works perfectly as one. The ganache on its own is a bit bitter (when using semi-sweet chocolate), the filling is light and wonderful but does not stand alone like a pudding or sweet frosting, and the cake is just chocolate perfection. But these three elements work together in perfect harmony. this filling is also known as an Ermine frosting. This frosting has a few extra steps compared to a traditional American buttercream, but the result is well worth it. Subtle and creamy, it is the PERFECT filling for this beyond rich cake.

Provided by Bonnie G 2

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 1 Layered Cake, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
3/4 cup good unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 extra-large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 cup freshly brewed hot coffee
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
16 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped fine can use milk chocolate
2 cups heavy cream, room temperature

Steps:

  • CHOCOLATE CAKE.
  • Sift the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt into the bowl and mix until combined.
  • In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer on low speed, slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry. With mixer still on low, add the coffee and stir just to combine, scraping the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula.
  • Pour the batter into two 8-inch x 3-inch round prepared pans and bake for 30-40 minutes at 350°F, until a cake tester or toothpick comes out mostly clean (not wet).
  • Cool in the pans for 30 minutes, then turn them out onto a cooling rack and cool completely.
  • FILLING.
  • Pour cold milk into a small saucepan. Before turning on the heat, whisk in flour so no lumps remain.
  • Turn heat on to medium-low and heat until mixture is thick, like a roux, stirring the whole time.
  • Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and let cool completely.
  • Cream together butter and sugar on medium-high speed, until fluffy, about 8 minutes.
  • Add in the milk mixture and beat again until mixture resembles a whipped cream.
  • GANACHE.
  • Heat the heavy cream in a quart-sized, microwavable container and microwave for 3 to 4 minutes on high, or until it just begins to simmer. Be careful not to allow the cream to boil over. Pour the cream over the chopped chocolate and let stand for at least 2 minutes so that it can thicken.
  • (Ganache should be cool when pouring over cake).
  • When ready to pour over chilled cake, whisk the ganache until smooth and then pour. You may have some ganache left over.
  • NOTE: The batter is very runny and it is designed to be made in two 8-inch round cake pans. . If you prefer you can use 9-inch round cake pans but the layers will not be as thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 867.3, Fat 62, SaturatedFat 33.8, Cholesterol 132.6, Sodium 639.2, Carbohydrate 84.3, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 52.6, Protein 11.7

GIANT DING DONG CAKE



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If you are a true lover of the small snack cakes, you will LOVE this version!!

Provided by TheThreeDogKitchen

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Layer Cake

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (18.25 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
1 (3.9 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
4 eggs
1 ¼ cups water
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
½ cup shortening
½ cup butter
1 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup chocolate chips
¼ cup shortening
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 ¼ tablespoons water

Steps:

  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671.8 calories, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Fat 42.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 577.3 mg, Sugar 49.5 g

Tips:

  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing. This will help it blend smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to grease and flour the pan before adding the batter.
  • To make the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream and corn syrup in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and then remove from heat. Add the chocolate chips and stir until melted.
  • If you want a thicker ganache, add more chocolate chips. If you want a thinner ganache, add more heavy cream.
  • To make the vanilla frosting, simply beat the butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and milk and beat until combined.
  • To assemble the cake, start by placing a layer of the chocolate cake on the bottom of the springform pan. Top with a layer of the cream cheese filling. Repeat these layers until all of the cake and filling has been used.
  • Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake and spread it out evenly. Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving.

Conclusion:

This no-bake Ding Dong cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try.

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