Ho Ho Cake

A chocolate cake with a surprise decadent whipped cream filling and covered with a scrumptious ganache creates the famous Ho Ho snack.

It is the perfect treat for satisfying your sweet tooth or better yet indulging with family and friends.

Now it’s easy to duplicate this all-time classic right in the comfort of your very own kitchen with our easy Ho Ho Cake recipe.

And here’s a secret…when you add tender loving care as one of the main ingredients, everyone will fall in love with you over and over again.

Serve fresh homemade Ho Ho cake with a cup of hot tea or coffee. Better yet, why not add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for even more indulgence? Of course, a Ho Ho is a stand-alone treat that tastes delicious all on its very own…no napkins are required.

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Why I love Ho Ho Cake?

Ho Ho cake is a classic treat that brings back memories of fun, family, and friendship. Not only is the chocolate cake a decadent sweet treat, but it is also a perfect flavor combination that always hits the spot.

What’s Ho Ho Cake?

A Ho Ho cake is like a candy and a cake all in one. The Swiss-inspired chocolate cake is filled with a fluffy sweet cream filling and covered in a rich chocolate ganache. Enjoy a threesome of flavors and tasty textures in every single bite. One may not be enough.

What can I substitute vinegar with?

If you don’t have any vinegar at all in the pantry, substitute lemon or lime juice. You’ll need to use twice as much juice as the recipe calls for vinegar to get successful results.

Why do they put vinegar in cake?

Vinegar is a secret ingredient in many baked goods like cakes and cupcakes because it produces carbon dioxide and helps the batter rise while baking while keeping it moist and delicious.

How to serve a Ho Ho cake?

A Ho Ho cake is a stand-alone treat but is extra special when served after a meal as dessert. A cup of tea, or coffee, either hot or cold, is the perfect companion. But so is a scoop of your favorite ice cream. Then drizzle chocolate sauce over the top and sprinkle with toasted nuts.

Cooking tips:

It is always beneficial to follow the recipe and carefully measure each ingredient for a successful outcome. Baking is a science and if you omit something or measure incorrectly you may not get the best results.

Variations:

Put your own personal swing on the all-time favorite. Add cocoa powder, raspberry jam, or peanut butter to the filling, make a vanilla cake instead of chocolate cake, or sprinkle the chocolate frosting with crushed nuts or coconut flakes.

Ingredients:

For the cake:

• All-purpose flour
• Cocoa powder
• Baking soda
• Salt
• Vegetable oil
• Vinegar
• Water
• Granulated sugar

For the filling:

• All-purpose flour
• Cold milk
• Granulated sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Butter softened

For the frosting:

• Butter
• Cocoa powder
• Hot water
• Vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar
• Egg

How to make Ho Ho Cake:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2. Add the ingredients for the cake to a mixing bowl, and beat on high until well combined and smooth.

Adding the cocoa powder.

Adding the baking soda.

Adding the vegetable oil.

Adding the vinegar.

Adding the water.

Adding the granulated sugar.

Step 3. Pour the batter evenly into two well-greased 9-inch cake pans.

Step 4. Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through, and allow to cool to room temperature on a baking rack before turning over to remove the cake from the pan.

Step 5. In a saucepan over low heat, whisk together the cold milk and the ¼ C. flour for the filling. Cook until thickened, remove, and let cool.

Adding the cold milk.

Adding the flour.

Step 6. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and milk mixture along with the rest of the ingredients for the filling, and beat until light and fluffy.

Adding the milk mixture.

Adding the granulated sugar.

Adding the vanilla extract.

Step 7. Place one layer of cake on a plate or serving dish and top with the filling.

Step 8. Put the second layer of cake on top of the filling.

Step 9. In a mixing bowl, combine the ingredients for the frosting, and blend until smooth and fluffy.

Adding the cocoa powder.

Adding the hot water.

Adding the vanilla extract.

Adding the powdered sugar.

Step 10. Ice the top of the cake.

Chill and serve.

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How to Store The Ho Ho Cake:

After the Ho Ho cakes are completely cooled, arrange them, so they don’t touch and store in an airtight container either at room temperature or in the refrigerator. For larger batches to enjoy later, store them in the freezer.

How to Reheat Ho Ho Cakes: 

Wrap them in a paper towel, place on a microwaveable safe plate, and set the timer for 5 – 10 seconds. 

How much does the Ho Ho Cake last in the refrigerator?

Generally, a baked cake stored in an air-tight container will last between two and seven days in the refrigerator. 

Can I make ahead Ho Ho Cake:

Yes, Ho Ho Cakes can be made ahead of time. They should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to seven days. You can also freeze them and thaw them at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

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