When was the hostess ho ho invented

For a few months out of the year when strawberries weren't in season, the equipment used to make Little Shortbread Fingers wasn't used. Company vice-president James Dewar wanted the equipment to be used when strawberries weren't in season, and he came up with an idea for how to do it.

Dewar's idea was a sponge cake with a cream filling. The result was the Twinkie, named after Twinkle-Toe Shoes, a billboard for which Dewar noticed on the way to a marketing meeting. The first Twinkies had banana cream filling. That was in the s. The switch would be permanent. Another Hostess icon, Ho Hos, was first introduced in Not much has changed in the manufacturing of the pinwheel-shaped Ho Hos since that time, although Nutty Ho Hos came along in and Caramel Ho Hos joined the family in Ding Dongs were first made in In the eastern U.

After a brief flip-flop and flip-back in , Hostess decided to call the chocolate coated, creme-filled snack Ding Dongs all over the country.

About this item. Tasty chocolate cake with a yummy creamy center, covered in delicious fudge. Perfect for enjoying some guilt-free me-time or adding to your child's lunchbox.

These are made to roll … right into your hand! Filling: Cream. Size: Regular. State of Readiness: Ready to Eat. Package Quantity: Pre-package preparation: Baked. Package type: Multi-Pack Single Servings. Bakery topping: Chocolate Coating. Net weight: 10 Ounces. TCIN : UPC : Grocery Disclaimer : Content on this site is for reference purposes only.

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If you have specific healthcare concerns or questions about the products displayed, please contact your licensed healthcare professional for advice or answers. Any additional pictures are suggested servings only. Description Hostess HoHos are ready to be your new favorite snack. A delectable dose of fudge covers these rolled cakes for the ultimate snack-time delight.

And the best part? Beware, though. Once the family spots you, these treats may be hard to keep all to yourself. The whole family will love these snack cakes.

Enjoy them together and cherish the moments. Pair HoHos with your favorite drink, and snack your way to happiness. Report incorrect product info. Shipping details Estimated ship dimensions: 2. Return details This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.

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Jalen - 2 months ago. Very sweet, may be too much for some but I love them and so do my kids. Helpful Not helpful Report review. Laurie4taz - 5 months ago , Verified purchaser.