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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 11

the j.m. smucker company 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 11 was recalled by the FDA. Mold. The firm noticed an increase in customer complaints. They conducted a root cause investigation and discovered that one of their coolers had malfunctioning.

By RecallRadar Editorial Team

Sourced from FDA. Last reviewed March 4, 2026.

This recall involves safety concerns. Take action promptly.

✨ Plain-English Summary

Is This Recall Still Active?

Status: Yes - Active

This recall is currently active. If your device matches the affected models, follow the official instructions as soon as possible.

Source & Verification

This page summarizes the official notice and keeps key facts easy to verify.

Official source: FDA
Announced by source: August 20, 2025
Last reviewed by RecallRadar: March 4, 2026

What You Should Do

1## 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 11 Agency: FDA | Category: food | Date: 2025-08-20 Reason: 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 to do:
2Stop using the product if it matches your lot/model.
3Compare your product details with the FDA recall notice.
4Follow the manufacturer's remedy instructions (refund, replacement, or disposal).

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What's Being Recalled

Quoted source excerpt from the official notice.

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

Who's Affected

Specific models and identifiers listed in the source notice:

Model #1

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.

#	Model
1	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.

Model

Technical model codes are manufacturer identifiers. Match both the product name and model code from your device settings, label, or packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my the j.m. smucker company device affected?

Check the affected models section on this page. The official notice currently lists 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..

What is the remedy for this recall?

## 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 11 Agency: FDA | Category: food | Date: 2025-08-20 Reason: 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 to do: 1. Stop using the product if it matches your lot/model. 2. Compare your product details with the FDA recall notice. 3. Follow the manufacturer's remedy instructions (refund, replacement, or disposal).

Where can I verify recall details?

Use the official source link in this page to confirm dates, eligibility, and next steps: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts

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