DING DONG CAKE | Hostess Copycat Recipe | Q&A Show Coming Soon, What's Your Question?

[@victorhawkins3461]

What if...you made 2 layers of cake (split the batter into 2 pans), stuff it with the filling, then top the whole shebang with the frosting? Even make just a tad more filling 'cause there's never enough filling in a Ding Dong or a Hostess Cupcake! Think I'll give that a shot... Great idea, though, Catherine...as usual!

[@CatherinesPlates]

We thought about that very same thing, then decided to keep it simple. My husband agrees with you, there's never enough filling in a Ding Dong.

[@bluewillow4985]

That sounds awesome!

[@Kelly-rx2mi]

I’m gonna try this with 2 layers and extra filling. Ohhhhhh I can’t wait!!!!!

[@marykissel9273]

Sounds great to me

[@laurametheny1008]

Emmy makes it like that. It looks like a ding dong! I like this idea too if you're in a hurry. Like if children are watching you. Lol.😉

[@shannonlaubert9822]

You are so blessed to have such a supportive and loving husband! Always cherish him! 🥰

[@CatherinesPlates]

Always.

[@denagustafson6070]

He’s also quite blessed to have a lovely wife who bakes his favorite treats! ❤❤

[@StamperWendy]

Hi Catherine! What a great idea! This would be a huge hit at any church potluck! =)

[@bridgetgreene2457]

Love it when Thomas is standing there waiting for you to finish talking about your food !! He cracks me up ... He sure enjoys the food !! Keep feeding him good and giving us great recipes!👍👍

[@CatherinesPlates]

LOL, He is a lot of fun to be with.

[@brat46]

Sis and I used to make cakes for a bakery. Tip warm up your milk and butter in a pan. Warm milk hydrates the flour faster than cold or cool milk. Either use jumbo eggs or add an extra egg white. It will add moisture also. We made 90% of our cakes from scratch as the crumb from homemade is so much better and tender than box mix.

[@dianeshea4192]

Hi Katherine, I'm a Ding Dong fanatic. Many years ago I was trying to tell my mother in law that I'm a Ding Dong lover, well the word lover never came out. I still don't hear the end of it to this day. LOL!!!! 😂😂😂

[@CatherinesPlates]

LOL!

[@patsmith5947]

Would you like a hint to get your cake level with no hump in the middle or dry edges? My dad used to mold plastic foam parts at his job and they always put the molds (pans) on a vibrating table which shook it back and forth a very little and he would do a tapping up and down motion to get the wet material to level out and he taught me to do it with cakes, it levels and eliminates bubbles.

[@vickiwilson2185]

Thanks for the tips. It's nice to share about good memories. Have a Blessed Day.

[@merriannecall5054]

That looks so good and you can tell he loved it, too... it even got him giggly and acting silly at the end giving you bunny ears! Haha

[@CatherinesPlates]

LOL! He always acts silly, he tells me life is to short to be all stuffy.

[@cindyzak6817]

IM NOT USUALLY INTO CHOCOLATE, but love ding dongs! Coffee hour group will be asking for me to make this again!! Tom’s expression is priceless!! I’m

[@galemartin3277]

I've made the raspberry zinger cake several times and it is spot on with looks and flavor. Yum!

[@GradeBmoviefan]

Did Catherine make a raspberry zinger cake recipe video? I didn’t see one on her page. Sounds yummy! Thanks. 😊👍 ~Sharon

[@debrna]

@@GradeBmoviefan I would love to see that. Those were my favorite cakes.

[@crIms0ngen]

Ohhh, We should definitely try that!

[@cynthiakeller5954]

Where's the recipe? One of my all time favorite treats!

[@joanbowden3448]

Omg! I was craving those last night! Unfortunately they're kinda hard to find even in a city of over a million ppl!

[@cf5539]

Looks yummy! I’ll certainly be trying this. Thanks, Carol

[@alyndoyle5378]

My first day of vacation and I made a homestyle german chocalate cake. My guys came home and said is that cake? I work so much I haven't baked since Thanksgiving. Ding Dongs are my favorite Hostess Treat.

[@mariahgrogg5230]

I love your videos. You are so calm and kind. I'm definitely making this for hubby. Thanks!!

[@diamond6256]

OUTSTANDING. Boy am I in trouble now. My favorite. WHOO HOO. Showing Texas love.

[@adriennefein2284]

I never even thought of this. This is fabulous & everyone in my house wants me to make it for them. Thanks Catherine, you’ve out done yourself again 🥰💞💋

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thank you so much! I hope y'all enjoy.

[@AnnMartin309]

The cake box said 1/2cup of oil not a 1/3 cup. I went by your recipe and it turned out great!

[@CatherinesPlates]

Wonderful!

[@rickilynnwolfe8357]

Iam new to your channel and have made a lot of your dishes for my husband who is stage 4 pancreatic and liver cancers and your dishes keep him eating for me . He loves ding dongs so I know he will love this cake looks amazing . Thank you for sharing you are such a sweet woman God bless you for all you do 🤗

[@CatherinesPlates]

I'm so happy that I can help keep you husband eating. I'll add you and your husband to our prayers.

[@cayos1599]

My children & grand babies are going to LOVE ❤️ this!! Thank you 😊

[@CatherinesPlates]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@kathyperkins9820]

Great idea! The grandkids will 💓 maybe adults too!

[@redds7777]

I made this with 3 layers. It was delicious! It went quickly. I try each Thanksgiving to add a new dessert , I added that. Everyone loved it.

[@CatherinesPlates]

Wonderful!

[@lydiacasares1182]

Hi Catherine, I'm a new subscriber here. I've been watching some of your videos. I am enjoying them but you got my full attention with "DING DONG" my all-time favorite. It looks awesome!! BEAUTIFUL!! Must try for sure. God bless

[@CatherinesPlates]

Welcome! Thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy this recipe.

[@AnnesFamilyRecipe]

Oooh girl-yum! I’ve only seen this as a rolled cake, but your sheet cake style looks so much easier! 🙌🏻

[@LisaLGruman]

I’d make that because I don’t have to roll it. I just get to look at it and eat it.

[@CatherinesPlates]

It's super easy, and so yummy.

[@LisaLGruman]

@@CatherinesPlates Thanks, Catherine.

[@shelleymays8529]

My favorite glaze is to take a 1/4 cup of water and a 1/4 cup of sugar..put it in a saucepan and cook on medium heat till it fully boils. Remove from heat and add 1 cup of chocolate chips. Stir well. Super easy.

[@Mattys_mom]

Looks delicious! I love watching your cooking shows, you make some amazing recipes!

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thank you so much 😊

[@vickimatthews5976]

😲OMG, I positively love Ding Dongs, I put mine in the freezer sometimes too. You are the best Catherine when it comes to copycat recipes!! Can't wait to make this 😋😋😋😋😋

[@coleenlong8212]

It must be good… It’s hubby approved ‼️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@CatherinesPlates]

It was!

[@pamhoosier8592]

That looks amazing! I like to eat Funions on road trips. I don't know why. LOL

[@Cooking_Through_Time]

I haven't had them in years. Now that u brought it up, I'm gonna have to go to the store to get some. 🤣🤣

[@alyndoyle5378]

I like Buglers on a road trip.

[@vangogo6819]

I like peanut butter crackers on road trips, or peanut M&Ms.

[@oliversmom9509]

You guys are killing me! Been on a diet since Feb. This looks so good! Have a blessed day!

[@nancysadewater964]

We also have and use a copycat Suzy Q cake, which we love as well. Make, cut into serving pieces, flash freeze and wrap individually. Great summer snack/dessert.

[@natalijaparadiso7566]

Oh my goodness,I have all the ingredients will beaking this 👌❤ thanks again Catherine.. my question is how do you come up with these wonderful recipes ?❤

[@debbiealtman4572]

Looks delicious. Mmm!

[@ysidrarodriguez1985]

I love Ding Dongs I'll love this cake! Thanks Catherine

[@tammydaley4679]

I can't wait to make this. It looks so good. I buy ding dongs every week and put them in the freezer. They are even better frozen..

[@daniellewhittenburg3523]

Hi Catherine, I have two questions ... 1. Have you always had a love for cooking? 2. How long have y'all been married? Ok one more... LOL 3. Do you except recipes to make on your show?

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your questions, the answers will be coming soon.

[@nancygerbutavich1305]

Looks delicious!!!! Thank you for the recipe ✌️💕

[@donnabeem6719]

It looks DELICIOUS! YUM!!!YUM!!! THANK YOU FOR SHARING!😃😁😄😀

[@CatherinesPlates]

My pleasure 😊

[@Cooking_Through_Time]

For my question what is the thing that u like to make the most for ur family and do u remember the first thing u made for ur husband? Love watching ur show.

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your questions, the answers will be coming soon.

[@lia-liz2012]

Would you ever consider using coconut oil instead of crisco?( Same consistency) some people wouldn't because they think it would taste too much like coconut but it really doesn't. Also avocado is a good replacement for vegetable or canola oil and it's tasteless and higher burning point than olive oil. Would you ever consider using it? Thanks for your yummy recipes 😇💙😊

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your questions, the answers will be coming soon.

[@susanazinger2525]

Some things are just sacred , ya know ...✌️

[@judylake8464]

Q: Who taught you to cook, or how did you acquire your experience?

[@katherineanderson3961]

Yummo, thx a bunch, another goody I can't wait to try!!!

[@ltorgerson2348]

Great episode! Love watching you two!

[@derekprince-po7wj]

Absolutely the best!

[@slc1161]

Made the cake in a jelly roll pan. Roll immediately when warm, then cool. Unroll and spread filling. Reroll cake. Ice as directed. Makes beautiful pinwheel ding dong cake.

[@mariapelayo6276]

I’m loving your quick and delicious recipe ideas! Thank you.

[@CatherinesPlates]

You are so welcome!

[@danaellison8962]

I made this last night and IT WAS AMAZING!!!! BEST CAKE EVER!!!! THANK YOU!!!! I love your channel!

[@ritaevans8182]

I baked it in a 10 by 15 by 1 in jelly-roll pan after it's done I let it cool. Cut it in half and put 1/2 on a baking sheet or platter top it with the filling put the other half on top and then or however you want to cut it then sprinkled with powdered sugar and call it a Susie Q cake

[@pameladamaris9213]

Where did you and Thomas meet? How long did you date before getting married? Does he cook too? (I think I remember him saying in a past video that he learned to cook ethnic dishes from his military buddies, but does he still cook?) Thanks! Love, love, LOVE your channel!

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thank you for your questions and the answers will be coming soon.

[@jeannettegoozey7451]

Looks delicious!!! Thank you for sharing the recipe

[@lindasegura7838]

I use milk and butter now instead of oil and water. BIG difference. TFS

[@beaandmaddy6623]

THIS LOOKS WONDERFUL. YOU MADE CHRIS SOOOOOO HAPPY!!!! 😚😚😚😚

[@CatherinesPlates]

Awesome!

[@donnalynn2]

Ding Dongs have always been my fave Hostess cake. This looks delicious but may I suggest one alteration? Please take away that awful canned frosting? A Ding Dong has dark chocolate on it. That frosting shouldn't even be sold. Ganache is super easy and it would be PERFECT! You could make a beautiful Dark Chocolate Ganache with just Dark Chocolate and Heavy Cream. It would elevate this from a 5 to a 100. Just a suggestion. Love your channel as always. Sometimes I don't see a video til it's been out for awhile.

[@CatherinesPlates]

My recipes are guides you can change up and move around all you want. We loved this cake the way it was, but you can make it to please your taste.

[@apples.oranges]

Oh my!!!! Next on my list!

[@bonniechristensen1409]

Hi Catherine! I grew up eating and loving Ding Dongs! Can't wait to make this. My question is: Where did you get that adorable tea pot lamp that sits on your counter? I love it!

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your question, the answer will be coming soon.

[@lisastegall944]

Looks sooo delicious!!! Ya'll have a wonderful day. Take care.🌻🌻🌻

[@ceceliawest5085]

Oh my gosh! My mouth is watering I cannot wait to try this cake!! YUM!

[@sheryldougherty282]

I was all with it until the icing. Needs a homemade icing instead. But will make it for my granddaughter when she comes in 2 weeks.

[@isabelmejia2431]

This looks SO delicious.....I subscribed to ur channel😋I love many many of ur vids and I'm making this cake tomorrow.....can't wait to devour it😍 lol

[@CatherinesPlates]

Welcome! Thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy the Ding Dong cake.

[@sigmaslimez]

Beautiful looks amazing have a wonderful weekend, 🌞 I'm sure he will love it. Yes you get some to lol ok y'all enjoy delicious,

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thank you! You too!

[@shirleylaboy603]

Yummy ! I always try to find different ways to pump up a cake mix and this is one I will be making. Thanks for sharing. 🙂❤

[@CatherinesPlates]

Hope you enjoy.

[@darlenebatts6860]

This look so yummy !! It looks more like the Susie Q Hostess cake to me.. I'll give it a try.. My Sweet Daddy and my Grandchildren will enjoy this. Love from Indiana.

[@CatherinesPlates]

We were going to make it look like a Ding Dong but decided to keep it simple.

[@michelleclines8092]

My late hubby told me to put the eggs in their shells and run hot water over them for about 3 minutes. It does the same as room temp eggs

[@JacarandaJo]

A must for 4th of July party!!!!

[@deniseellis2010]

I love chocolate! Looks so good...I haven't seen anyone use Crisco in a long time! If I wasn't on WW I would definitely give this a go! Looking forward to your Q & A.

[@tongimetengel1732]

Oh yes looks so. Beautiful yummy I can taste already that I gotta make for new years eve thank you have a merry blessing Christmas to U and your 👪

[@CatherinesPlates]

Merry Christmas!

[@justme3874]

Looks sooo YUM! And love your orange tree and sunflowers on your counter 🍊🌻🙂

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thank you so much.

[@teresacahlik6887]

I started making this cake in 2006. It was a hit with family and friends

[@almanorman6515]

Looks great! Can't wait to try it!

[@carolO22]

Oh wow, that is awesome! Thank you for sharing, Catherine ❤ will make this one for sure. I already made your recipe for twinkie cake twice, and my family loves that one.

[@CatherinesPlates]

That's awesome! hope you enjoy this one.

[@AllanKentFisher]

Question :- what do you do for a job Catherine? I honestly think you’d be a great teacher ♥️

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your question, the answer will be coming soon.

[@judylake8464]

Yummy! I like Ring Dings better than Ding Dongs, but this sounds so good!

[@brookelee4826]

i love watching your videos i never was much of a cook we never had nobody take the time to teach us but you recipes look simple and quick thank u i'm 53 years old never to late. there is one dish i would love to try if u have a easy recipe beef stroganoff

[@CatherinesPlates]

I do, here is the link. catherinesplates.com/one-skillet-ground-beef-stroganoff-30-minute-meal/

[@teresadelgado5284]

Love it thanks for sharing!!!🥰😋👍🏼

[@sharonpovroznik9600]

Looks absolutely delicious!!!

[@lmcminnie]

FYI you can place the tub with the frosting right in the microwave.. I do that with my Boston Cream Pie that I make

[@Fannin7]

That's half a cup of butter in the filling, which is a whole stick.

[@cerisekarpinski9697]

SO?????? Cake isn't diet food. She subbed the butter for the oil HELLO??????

[@over50momof4]

looked like a whole stick of butter to me also in the filling which is 1/2 cup... is that correct?

[@cindystrother7710]

Fabulous thank you so much for sharing your recipe and sharing your time

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thank you for watching.

[@jmarcos1008]

Oh lord that cake looks mighty delicious. Thank you.

[@carolm3394]

Ding Dong cake looks delicious! My question would be does your family like to travel and, if so, what have been some favorite trips? Love your channel and seeing your family!

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your questions, the answers will be coming soon.

[@conniemccollam2605]

I hear him! Oh does that look good. My mouth is drooling😋

[@marykissel9273]

Your husband is so funny and your son is so cute.......adds a lot of personality to your show. Thanks for a good recipe.

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for watching!

[@lisaoliber1531]

I make something similar except I make it into a poke cake to get the ooey gooeyness all the way down into the cake. One perk of that is you never have any left over frosting : ) I always make it a couple of days in advance because it seems the longer it sets in the fridge, the better it is! I set it out about an hour before serving to bring it to room temperature.

[@tenapenley253]

Really like your recipes, they are so quick and easy when you don't have much time to fix anything., But these are so awesome, thanks for the ideas.

[@CatherinesPlates]

Glad you like them!

[@janeezzell90]

For the Q&A....what inspired you to begin a channel on You Tube and share recipies.? (Glad you did...!!!)

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your question answers will be coming soon.

[@Lynn1-g6c]

Hi Catherine!! I love all your tex-mex recipes and its fun when you and Joseph cook together! When will your second cookbook be coming out? And Im single any tips on freezing some of your dishes or maybe its best just to half or quarter the recipe? Thanks and greetings from Virginia!!!

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your questions the answers will be coming soon.

[@karena222fu]

Ty, looks great 👍

[@nancybourland2323]

This looks soooo delicious. Can’t wait to try this 🥰 I’m sure Thomas loves it ❤️ What is his favorite dessert that you make?

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your question, the answer will be coming soon.

[@ThundermansThunder]

Butter instead of oil? Oh, yes! I'm drooling! I am enjoying your videos!

[@CatherinesPlates]

Glad you like them!

[@sheilahall]

Where are you guys from and how long have you been together? I know these are personal questions but it lets me know you a little better. I enjoy both of you guys. I’m from western North Carolina and I’m 65 yrs old. I love new recipe ideas and your simple ones are so tasty and fun. Thank you!!!!

[@CatherinesPlates]

We have answers to the Q & A coming out tomorrow at 10:00 am. Keep your eyes out for it.

[@debramaugle5938]

Hi Catherine. Another great recipe that I will try in the near future. TYSM! What I would like to ask you, what recipes you've tried that didn't turn out so good? What big mistakes you have made while cooking or baking? I've had my share of mistakes in cooking or baking!!! LOL!!!😳🤪

[@CatherinesPlates]

LOL, thanks for your questions, the answers will be coming soon.

[@IMOO1896]

I know just the person to make this for. Thanks so much for always demonstrating delicious, but easy dishes.

[@CatherinesPlates]

My pleasure 😊

[@onitanorthington3135]

Looks great!

[@melissamclaughlin4383]

Hello Catherine and family 💘.my family would love this cake.omg..thank you so much.awesome job.👍👍💛🌈💛

[@CatherinesPlates]

You are so welcome!

[@kelly5744]

I microwave the frosting in the container it comes in. Just get all the foil off the ring around the top.

[@gloriataylor6868]

What a joy it is to watch you two!!!

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thank you so much!

[@tsmith6276]

My family has been enjoying many of your meals & sweets. Thank you! Q&A-is there any type of food you will just not try/eat?? ❤️

[@CatherinesPlates]

Thanks for your question, the answer will be coming soon.

[@italianone8676]

Hello, This looks delicious, and who doesn’t like ding dongs😊 my boyfriend’s birthday is coming up, and he watched this video with me... and said i want that!! So yup looks like I’m gonna make it. Thank you for sharing. BTW, I watch you on the big screen, then I get on my phone to like your recipes lol so yeah I usually double watch your recipes. Thanks again... thinking of questions to ask you lol

[@CatherinesPlates]

So happy you enjoy my channel, thanks for watching.

[@yummboy2]

I don't care for the waxy chocolate icing on ding dongs. Other than that, they are great!

[@kathyeichholz1516]

I have always made hoho cle but I can’t find the ingridents for the filling this sounds like it thank you I love your receipes

[@CatherinesPlates]

You’re welcome 😊

[@diannahoward1965]

You make everything look so yummy!

[@Brunse61]

This looks delicious! Can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing!

[@CatherinesPlates]

Hope you enjoy

[@mindyshewmake4318]

I think making a chocolate ganache to pour over the cake would make it closer to a ding dong

[@denagustafson6070]

I agree! I make a Funny Bone dupe (peanut butter filling, chocolate cake) with ganache for frosting. Hubby’s favorite chocolate cake ever!