Ding Dong Dessert
Indulge in the ultimate treat with this rich and decadent Ding Dong Dessert, a nostalgic twist on a beloved classic snack cake! This layered dessert combines a moist chocolate cake base with a velvety cream cheese filling and a luscious chocolate ganache topping, creating an irresistible harmony of flavors and textures. Perfect for birthday parties, potlucks, or any time your sweet tooth strikes, this easy-to-make dessert comes together in under an hour and serves 12. Keywords: Ding Dong Dessert recipe, layered chocolate dessert, cream cheese filling, chocolate ganache, easy party desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box Chocolate cake mix
- 3 Eggs
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Water
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups Powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions, typically combining eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix until well combined.
Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely.
In a separate bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Spread this mixture evenly across the cooled chocolate cake as the filling layer.
Heat the heavy whipping cream in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until it starts to steam (but not boil). Remove from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Let sit for 2–3 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Once the ganache cools slightly, pour it over the cream cheese filling layer. Use a spatula to spread it evenly.
Chill the dessert in the refrigerator for 1–2 hours, allowing the layers to set and the flavors to meld together.
Slice into squares and serve. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8177 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 553.4 g | 709% | |
| Saturated Fat | 269.8 g | 1349% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1562 mg | 521% | |
| Sodium | 3684 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 773.2 g | 281% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 565.5 g | ||
| Protein | 74.8 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1003 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 22.8 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 1406 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
