Best 12 Ho Ho Cake Recipes

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The ho ho cake, a sinfully delectable treat, has captured the hearts and taste buds of cake enthusiasts worldwide. Its origins shrouded in mystery, this scrumptious dessert has become a symbol of indulgence, evoking memories of childhood and sparking a sense of nostalgia. With its distinctive round shape, soft and fluffy texture, and delectable chocolate ganache filling, the ho ho cake promises an unforgettable culinary experience. Whether enjoyed as a celebratory dessert, a casual snack, or a midday pick-me-up, the ho ho cake consistently delivers a moment of pure bliss.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

EDNA'S HO HO CAKE



Edna's Ho Ho Cake image

This treat serves up appealing flavor in big fluffy wedges of chocolate and cream. It's like a giant Ho Ho snack cake. -Edna Miller, Mount Hope, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup milk
2/3 cup sugar, divided
2/3 cup shortening
1/3 cup butter, softened
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dash salt
2 prepared 9-inch round chocolate cakes
GLAZE:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup baking cocoa
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 to 4 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • For filling, in a small saucepan, combine flour and milk until smooth; stir in 1/3 cup sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Transfer to a large bowl; cool. Beat in the shortening, butter, vanilla, salt and remaining sugar until smooth. Spread between cake layers., For glaze, melt butter and cocoa in a small saucepan. Whisk in confectioners' sugar and enough milk to achieve a drizzling consistency. Drizzle over top of cake, allowing some to drape down the sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734 calories, Fat 37g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 519mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

HO HO CAKE



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A rich chocolate cake, topped with a fluffy vanilla filling and a smooth chocolate frosting. Just like our favorite childhood treat.

Provided by Mary

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 cups all purpose flour
6 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
10 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups cold water
2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 cup flour
1 cup cold milk
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup butter (softened)
10 tablespoons butter (melted)
6 tablespoons cocoa
2 1/2 tablespoons hot water
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 cups powdered sugar
1 raw egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt. Add the remaining ingredients and whisk until smooth.
  • Pour into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, start the filling. Whisk together the flour and cold milk in a saucepan. Cook over low heat until bubbly and thick. Set aside to cool.
  • When cool, add the sugar, vanilla, and butter. Beat until smooth and fluffy. If it doesn't look like it's coming together, just keep beating it. Spread onto the cooled cake.
  • To make the frosting. Beat together the butter, cocoa, hot water, vanilla, powdered sugar, and egg. Spread frosting over cream filling. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 piece, Calories 392 kcal, Carbohydrate 74 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 254 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 55 g

HO HO CAKE



Ho Ho Cake image

Inspired by the Hostess® favorite, the Ho Ho Cake features layers of cake and cream filling topped with chocolate.

Provided by Olene Grieshop

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Layer Cake

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (9 ounce) package chocolate cake mix
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ¼ cups milk
1 cup white sugar
½ cup margarine
1 cup shortening
½ cup margarine
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
1 ½ teaspoons hot water
3 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake cake as directed on the package for a 9 x 13 inch pan. Cool completely.
  • Combine flour and milk in saucepan. Cook, stirring constantly, until thick. Cool completely. Cream 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup margarine, and shortening. Add cooled milk mixture, and beat well. Spread over cake. Refrigerate.
  • In a small bowl, beat egg. Stir in vanilla, melted chocolate, hot water, confectioner's sugar, and 1/2 cup margarine. Pour over second layer. Refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 11.7 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 244.5 mg, Sugar 28.9 g

BEST HO HO CAKE RECIPE



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Provided by TheNeighborhoodMoms.com

Number Of Ingredients 14

Duncan Hines Classic Dark Chocolate Cake Mix
Olive Oil
Water
3 Eggs
1 cup butter at room temperature (I ALWAYS use salted butter)
1 cup solid vegetable shortening
6 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 cup butter (softened)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups cocoa
6 cups powdered sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • With your electric mixer, cream butter and shortening until combined.
  • Slowly add the powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy. This is usually about 2 minutes.
  • Add vanilla, and mix to combine.
  • Leave at room temperature and add a thick layer to the top of your cake once the cake is completely cooled. It is okay if you get a little crumb in your cream layer, no one is gonna notice.
  • Place cake in refrigerator.
  • In mixing bowl cream together butter and cocoa, add vanilla and 2 cups powdered sugar, 1/3 cup cream and mix together.
  • Continue to add 2 cups powdered sugar and 1/3 cup cream on top of it and cream together. Adding the cream on top of the powdered sugar will help prevent it from flying all over your kitchen. Add a little water or more cream at the end to reach your preferred consistency. Your icing should be thick but smooth, creamy and easy to spread.
  • Remove cake from the refrigerator and spread the icing over the cream layer.
  • Return cake to the refrigerator to set for about an hour.

HOMEMADE HO-HOS



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The cake is a classic French Biscuit au Beurre made with "Dutched" cocoa powder, drizzling in the clarified butter at the end for a unique delicious flavor. The filling used in the commercial version of this is probably made with whipped shortening rather than butter but I just can't bring myself to write a recipe with that ingredient as a filling. I did eat these for a year straight when I was about 12 and hung out at my friend Jenny Marshall's house. Her mom bought them but mine didn't. So I had to get my fill while playing at her house.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 eggs
2 yolks
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup clarified butter, warm
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream
12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 ounces cocoa butter or 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • To make the Cake: Butter the jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper; then butter the paper to assure release.
  • Bring a saucepan of water to a simmer.
  • In the bowl from a standing mixer, combine the eggs, yolks, sugar, vanilla in a bowl and whisk briefly. Set the bowl over the simmering water and stir until warm and the sugar looks dissolved. Attach the bowl to the standing mixer fitted with a whisk, and whip until light and fluffy, about 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, sift together the flour, cocoa, and baking powder 3 times.
  • Remove the bowl from the mixer and, while folding the egg mixture, sift in the flour mixture, little by little, until incorporated. Drizzle in the clarified butter, while folding the batter.
  • Immediately pour the batter into the prepared pans dividing equally and smooth the tops with a spatula. Bake until lightly browned and it starts to pull away from the edges of the pan, about 14 to 16 minutes.
  • Remove the cakes from the oven and let sit in the pan for 1 minute. Run a knife along the edge to release the cake then flip it out onto parchment paper. Brush the paper (the one you lined the pan with) with water and let soak for 2 minutes. Peel it off the cake. Trim dry edges from the cake. Let cool covered with plastic wrap.
  • To make the Filling: In the bowl of a standing mixer, combine the sugar and butter and mix on low speed until well blended; then increase speed to medium and beat for another 3 minutes. Add vanilla and cream and continue to beat on medium speed for 1 minute more, adding more cream for spreading consistency, if needed.
  • Spread the sponge cakes with a thin layer of the filling, leaving a 1/4-inch space at the far edge. Roll the cake tightly on the long side until you have rolled a 1 1/2-inch thick log. Cut the log off from the remaining sheet of cake and place seam side-down. Repeat with remaining cake. Chill the logs for 30 minutes; then cut into 2 1/2-inch sections.
  • To make the Glaze: Melt the 2 ingredients together in the top of a double boiler or a bowl set over barely simmering water, stirring occasionally. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat. One at a time, gently drop the cake rolls into the hot chocolate. Lift out with a fork and let excess chocolate drip back into the bowl. Place on the cookie sheet and let set at room temperature until the coating is firm, about 1 to 2 hours.

HOE CAKE



Hoe Cake image

Hoe cake is a Southern bread that is cooked in an iron skillet, like cornbread. This recipe stems back to my great-great grandmother. My father has made this recipe for years, and it is always requested from his grandchildren. A slice of hoe cake will warm your insides -- slathered with some homemade apple butter alongside of some butter beans, freshly sliced tomatoes and a good tall glass of sweet tea. I promise your family will love this truly Southern recipe!

Provided by jbrink1

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 ½ tablespoons shortening
2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup milk
2 pinches garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a well-seasoned cast iron skillet with the shortening, and place it in the oven as it heats.
  • Whisk together the flour and milk in a bowl, to make a thick but still runny batter.
  • Remove the hot greased skillet from the preheated oven, and quickly sprinkle a pinch of garlic salt over the bottom of the skillet. Immediately pour in the batter, and sprinkle the top with a pinch of garlic salt.
  • Return the skillet to the oven, and bake in the preheated oven until the cake has risen and the top is golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.6 g, Cholesterol 2.4 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 491.8 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

HOECAKES



Hoecakes image

These cornmeal and buttermilk cakes are the perfect side dish for a classic Southern meal.

Provided by Deborah Harroun

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
3/4 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup vegetable oil
Vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat eggs, buttermilk, water and 1/4 cup oil with whisk. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until combined.
  • In cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat about 2 tablespoons oil over medium heat. For each hoecake, pour about 1/4 cup batter into hot skillet. Cook until browned on both sides. Repeat with remaining batter, adding more oil to skillet as needed.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

HO HO CAKE OR BARS



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This really does taste a lot like the real thing, and it is easy to make. I got this recipe from a family member, and while I've only made it myself once (my husband just requested it as his birthday cake), I've eaten it many times, and it is a crowd-pleaser! I have only had it as cake, but I imagine it would work better for larger crowds as bars. This tastes MUCH better if it is made the day before and allowed to chill overnight before eating.

Provided by Vino Girl

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (18 1/4 ounce) package devil's food cake mix
1 1/4 cups water (or amount specified on the cake mix box)
1/2 cup vegetable oil (or amount specified on the cake mix box)
3 eggs (or amount specified on the cake mix box)
3/4 cup sugar
6 ounces evaporated milk
1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter
2 teaspoons vanilla
2/3 cup vegetable shortening
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 (15 ounce) can dark chocolate frosting (or your favorite homemade frosting recipe)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (or temperature specified on cake mix box); grease and flour a 9 x 13 baking pan (for cake) OR a large jelly roll pan (for bars).
  • Make cake as directed on the cake mix package using the mix, water, oil, and eggs.
  • Bake 30-40 minutes for the cake or as directed on the box, OR 12-15 minutes to make the bars in a jelly roll pan.
  • Cool completely.
  • Beat the filling ingredients until light and fluffy; this will take about 10-15 minutes.
  • (Don't be alarmed if it looks kind of curdled and scary at first since it takes time for it to pull together!).
  • Spread the filling over the cooled cake.
  • Warm the frosting in the microwave until it is a pourable consistency (do this slowly by only cooking for 15-20 seconds at a time, and stirring).
  • Pour the frosting evenly over the filling.
  • Refrigerate until thoroughly cool and firm (overnight is highly recommended).
  • Store cake in the refrigerator.

HOECAKES



Hoecakes image

Hoecakes were originally a mainstay of field hands, who cooked them, not surprisingly, on their hoes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Pancake Recipes

Yield Makes about 10 small pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
2 large eggs
5 tablespoons corn oil, plus more if needed
Unsalted butter, for serving
Honey, for serving

Steps:

  • Stir together cornmeal, flour, sugar, salt, and baking soda in a medium bowl. Add buttermilk, eggs, and 4 tablespoons oil; whisk until smooth.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add remaining tablespoon oil; swirl to coat, and heat until a drop of batter sizzles upon contact. Working in batches, pour 1/3 cup batter per cake into skillet. Cook, turning once, until golden and cooked through, about 4 minutes.
  • Repeat with remaining batter (add more oil if needed, and reduce heat if sides brown too quickly). Serve immediately, topped with butter and honey.

HO HO CAKE



Ho Ho Cake image

Make and share this Ho Ho Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lali8752

Categories     Breads

Time 40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box chocolate cake mix
3 eggs (or as called for by your cake mix)
1/3 cup oil (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 1/3 cups water (or as called for by your cake mix)
1 (16 ounce) can dark chocolate icing
1/2 cup sugar
2/3 cup shortening
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/3 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon water
1 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare cake as directed on package for two round pans.
  • When cool, "slice" through cakes to make 4 "thin" cakes.
  • Beat sugar, shortening, vanilla, milk, salt and water for 7 minutes.
  • Add powdered sugar and beat for 5 minutes longer.
  • Lay one layer of cake on plate.
  • Spread Cream filling on top only, do not go all the way to the edge.
  • Lay another layer of cake on this.
  • Spread cream filling on this too.
  • Again layer and filling until you have all four layers on here.
  • Ice the whole cake with the chocolate icing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.4, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 47.5, Sodium 427, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 34.7, Protein 4.3

CHOCOLATE HO HO CAKE



Chocolate Ho Ho Cake image

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (15.25 ounce) chocolate cake mix
Ingredients called for on cake mix
5 Tablespoons flour
1 cup half and half
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter (softened)
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Make cake according to directions on package (or use your favorite homemade chocolate cake recipe). Let cake cool completely.
  • In a medium saucepan, whisk flour into half and half over medium heat on stove top. Whisk constantly until very thick, similar to the consistency of thick pudding or custard- it will take a couple of minutes. Cool completely (place in refrigerator if you want to speed the cooling process). Stir in vanilla. In a mixing bowl, mix 1 cup softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add cooled flour/milk mixture to butter/sugar mixture and beat until light and fluffy (will take a couple of minutes). Spread on cooled cake.
  • Dump chocolate chips in a bowl. Heat heavy cream and pour hot cream over chocolate. Let sit for a minute; stir gently to melt. Cream butter and powdered sugar in another bowl and then stir the two mixtures together. If you want it to be thicker, add more powdered sugar. If you want it to be thinner, add more whipping cream. Spread on cake immediately because the frosting starts to set up and become grainy in appearance if you let it sit for long.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 7539 kcal, Fat 378 g, SaturatedFat 231 g, Cholesterol 860 mg, Sodium 3715 mg, Carbohydrate 1048 g, Sugar 810 g, Protein 65 mg

HO HO CAKE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Ho Ho Cake Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by stokeslm

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Devil's Food cake mix
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 stick butter, softened
1 (8-ounce) container Cool Whip
1 tub milk chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • Prepare and bake the cake as directed on the box, splitting batter into 2 round cake pans. Filling: Mix and cream together the butter and cream cheese. Add powdered sugar and fold in Cool Whip. After the cake is completely cooled, slice layers in half. Put them in freezer for 10-15 mins to help stay firm prior to cutting. Place the first layer on a plate and spread 1/3 of the filling. Top with next layer and 1/3 of filling. Top with next layer and 1/3 of filling and place last layer on top. Frost entire cake with milk chocolate frosting.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your Ho Ho cake will taste. If possible, use organic and locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, which will make the cake light and airy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Sift the flour and baking powder together before adding them to the batter: This will help to ensure that the cake is light and fluffy.
  • Do not overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This will ensure that the cake is cooked through.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Ho Ho cake is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its light and fluffy texture, rich chocolate ganache, and creamy filling, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. By following the tips in this article, you can make a Ho Ho cake that is sure to impress your friends and family.

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