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Ho Ho Cake Recipe

Nostalgia in every bite! This delicious Ho Ho Cake recipe captures the joy of childhood snack battles. Inspired by the classic Hostess Ho Hos, this recipe recreates that iconic chocolatey, creamy, and cakey goodness in a homemade, shareable (or not!) cake. Perfect for birthday parties, bake sales, or a sweet treat anytime you want to relive those carefree days of fighting over the box.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 414.4 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Ho Ho Cake

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Ingredients for Ho Ho Cake

How to Make Ho Ho Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips and the prepared Ho Hos.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  10. Once cooled, frost with your favorite chocolate frosting. Garnish with extra mini Ho Hos or chocolate shavings if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

115g

Fat

33g

Carbs

13g

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