DING DONG CAKE RECIPE

By Top Delicious Saturday 4 November 2023

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INGREDIENTS:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ⅔ cup (11 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 1 ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk at room temperature
• ½ cup hot coffee

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the buttermilk and coffee, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Beat until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the cakes to cool completely before assembling the Ding Dong Cake.

Cream Filling:

• 1 cup milk
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk and flour. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture has thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
2. Allow the milk mixture to cool completely.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the cooled milk mixture until combined.

To assemble the Ding Dong Cake:

1. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with the cream filling.
2. Top with the second cake layer and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream filling.
3. Cut the cake into individual Ding Dong slices and enjoy!

TIPS:

• For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
• To make a chocolate ganache frosting, heat 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup chocolate chips in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. Allow the ganache to cool slightly before frosting the cake.
• To decorate the cake, you can drizzle with melted chocolate, sprinkle with chocolate shavings, or top with mini marshmallows.

VARIATIONS:

• Chocolate Ding Dong Cake: Add 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder to the cake batter.
• Vanilla Ding Dong Cake: Omit the cocoa powder from the cake batter and add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
• Strawberry Ding Dong Cake: Add 1/2 cup mashed strawberries to the cake batter.
• Lemon Ding Dong Cake: Add 1/4 cup lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest to the cake batter.
• Chocolate Mint Ding Dong Cake: Add 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 teaspoon peppermint extract to the cake batter.

BENEFITS:

• Ding Dong Cake is a good source of energy and carbohydrates, which can provide the body with fuel.
• It also contains protein, which is essential for building and repairing tissues.
• Ding Dong Cake contains a variety of vitamins and minerals, including calcium, iron, and vitamin A.
• It also contains antioxidants, which can help to protect the body from damage.

NUTRITIONAL VALUE:

A one-slice serving of Ding Dong Cake (approximately 140 grams) contains the following:

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Saturated fat: 9 grams
• Cholesterol: 75 milligrams
• Sodium: 300 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 45 grams
• Sugar: 35 grams
• Protein: 5 grams

It is important to note that Ding Dong Cake is a high-calorie food, so it should be consumed in moderation. It is also important to choose healthy toppings and variations, such as fresh fruit or nuts, to increase the nutritional value of the cake.

Enjoy! 😋😋