- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Chocolate glaze or chocolate chips (optional)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and 1 cup of water. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the cake mix mixture and mix until just combined. Stir in the warm water and vanilla extract.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the filling, beat the butter in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Slowly add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, and continue beating until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Once the cakes are cooled, place one of the cakes on a cake plate and spread the filling over the top. Place the second cake on top of the filling.
- Optional: Melt some chocolate chips in microwave and pour it over the cake to make a chocolate glaze or you can use pre-made chocolate glaze.
- Let the cake chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
This recipe is the perfect recreation of the classic Ding Dong cake, a chocolate cake with a creamy filling, similar to a Hostess Ding Dong. The chocolate cake layers are moist, rich and perfectly complemented by the creamy filling. The addition of the chocolate glaze or chocolate chips on top makes it irresistible.
So, if you’re craving a classic Ding Dong cake, give this recipe a try and you won’t be disappointed. It’s the perfect dessert for any chocolate lover.
