The Hostess Ding Dongs x Twinkies Mashups snack cakes are a new product from the brand that incorporates aspects of two recognizable treats for consumers to try out this summer. The snack cake features the familiar Twinkies cake and creamy filling that's formed into a circular cake before being offered in Ding Dongs fudge on the exterior. These ingredients combine to create a new kind of flavor experience for consumers to appreciate without making it too unfamiliar.
The Hostess Ding Dongs x Twinkies Mashups snack cakes are being launched as a permanent addition to the brand's product portfolio and are arriving at Walmart locations this month in 10-pack boxes. The individual snack cakes are sure to a hit amongst consumers of all ages as a new yet familiar option to try out.
Remixed Mashup Snack Cakes
Hostess Ding Dongs x Twinkies Mashups are Inspired by Two Classics
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