The J.M. Smucker Company is recalling select batches of Hostess Ding Dongs because they may contain mold. The affected products were shipped to stores nationwide, so customers everywhere should double-check their snack stash.
This recall is limited to specific packages of Ding Dongs with certain “best by” dates. Here’s a simple guide to help you see if your cupcakes are safe to eat.
Which ding dongs are affected?
You can identify the recalled Hostess products by checking the package UPC code and best-by date. The products in question are:
- 2-count Hostess Chocolate Ding Dong Single Serve — UPC 8-88109-01002
- 10-count Hostess Chocolate Ding Dong — UPC 8-88109-11061
- 16-count Hostess Chocolate Ding Dong Family Pack — UPC 8-88109-11092
All of these items have best-by dates of August 30, 2025, August 31, 2025, September 1, 2025, September 2, 2025, or September 3, 2025.
If your package doesn’t match any of these UPC codes or dates, your Ding Dongs are not affected by this recall.
Why the recall happened
According to The J.M. Smucker Company, a mechanical issue during production created conditions that could allow mold to grow inside the cupcakes — even before they reached their expiration date.
The issue has been fixed, and only five product lots were affected. The company stressed that no other Hostess or Smucker products are involved, so your other snack cakes should be fine.
What should you do if you bought them?
If you find that you have one of these recalled products, do not eat it. Mouldy food can make you sick, and it’s not worth the risk — even if the product looks and smells normal.
Here’s what you should do instead:
- Throw them away immediately, or
- Return them to the store where you bought them for a full refund or a replacement.
It’s not clear whether these contaminated Ding Dongs actually made it onto store shelves or whether the company caught them in time. However, at least one retailer, Tops Friendly Markets, has alerted its customers about the recall.
If you have any questions, you can reach Hostess customer service at 1-800-483-7253 for more information.
How big is this recall?
This recall appears to be limited and precautionary, affecting only certain batches made on specific days. However, because Hostess products are sold everywhere, the company and the Food and Drug Administration are asking all consumers to double-check before eating.
Smucker says it acted quickly to resolve the manufacturing problem and to ensure no other snack cakes were affected. For now, only these Ding Dong lots are under withdrawal.
The bottom line
- Check your UPC codes and best-by dates.
- Don’t eat Ding Dongs from the affected batches.
- Return them or toss them out for safety.
This recall is a good reminder that even popular, well-known brands occasionally run into manufacturing issues. Fortunately, this one seems small and contained — and no illnesses have been reported so far.
If you’re a Ding Dong fan, you don’t have to swear off your favourite snack. Just be cautious with these specific products, and you’ll be able to keep enjoying those chocolatey cakes without worry.
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