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The J.M. Smucker recalls Hostess Ding Dongs CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH CREAMY FILLING: contamination

September 3, 2025 · The J.M. Smucker Class II

Class IIFDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.
Reason for the recallMold. The firm noticed an increase in customer complaints. They conducted a root cause investigation and discovered that one of their coolers had malfunctioning.

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Recall at a glance

Recalling company
The J.M. Smucker
Location
Orrville, OH
Reported by FDA
September 3, 2025
Recall started
August 20, 2025
Risk class
Class II
Status (latest data we have)
Ongoing
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Category
Candy and chocolate
Reason type
Other contamination

Is my product affected?

Compare your product’s name, size and lot or date codes with the list below. A recall usually covers only specific codes.

  • Hostess Ding Dongs CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH CREAMY FILLING 2.55 oz twin pack UPC 8 88109 01002 7; 10-1.28 oz carton (12.7 oz) UPC 8 88109 11061 1; 16-1.28 oz carton (20.31 oz) Individual selling unit - UPC 8 88109 01182 6 16-count selling unit - UPC 8 88109 11092 5
    Quantity: 60,630 various size cases
    Codes: 2.55 oz twin pack - BEST IF USE BY: AUG 30 2025 5167832 & BEST IF USE BY: AUG 31 2025 5168832 10-1.28 oz carton (12.7 oz) - BEST IF USE BY: AUG 31 2025 5168832, BEST IF USE BY: SEP 1 2025 5169832, BEST IF USE BY: SEP 2 2025 5170832 & BEST IF USE BY: SEP 3 2025 5171832 16-1.28 oz carton (20.31 oz) - BEST IF USE BY: AUG 30 2025 5167832, BEST IF USE BY: AUG 31 2025 5168832, BEST IF USE BY: SEP 1 2025 5169832 & BEST IF USE BY: SEP 2 2025 5170832.

Where it was distributed

Product was shipped to the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV & WY.

What to do

If you have this product, check the codes above. FDA recall notices often tell consumers to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information, and if you are unsure, do not eat it. If someone becomes ill after eating a recalled food, contact a healthcare professional. See FDA’s recalls and safety alerts for company announcements.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

The J.M. Smucker recalled 1 product, including Hostess Ding Dongs CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH CREAMY FILLING 2.55 oz twin pack UPC 8 88109 01002 7; 10-1.28 oz carton (12.7 oz) UPC 8 88109 11061….

Why was it recalled?

Mold. The firm noticed an increase in customer complaints. They conducted a root cause investigation and discovered that one of their coolers had malfunctioning.

What does Class II mean?

FDA’s middle class: use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the chance of serious harm is remote.

Where was it sold or shipped?

Product was shipped to the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV & WY.

What should I do if I have this product?

Compare the product name, size and lot or date codes with the details on this page. FDA recall notices often tell you to stop eating the product and to return it or throw it away. Follow the company’s instructions and the official FDA information. If you are unsure, do not eat it.

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Sources

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