Before You Pack Lunch, Check Your Hostess Brand Snacks

Seriously, if you're packing lunch or scrounging for a midnight snack, stop what you're dong and read this article first.

Hostess Is Recalling Ding Dongs Across The United States Of America

At the end of August, 2025, JM Smucker Company announced that they're recalling some lots of Ding Dongs by Hostess. JM Smucker Company has concerns that the packages could contain mold.

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From the JM Smucker Company:

“Our root cause investigation confirmed a mechanical issue with a piece of equipment created conditions that could support the development of mold in the product prior to the expiration date. This mechanical issue was present for a limited period and resolved in a timely manner.”

 

No other Hostess or JM Smucker brands are contaminated with mold, or suspected to be contaminated with mold.

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What Ding Dong Lots Numbers Are Being Recalled?

  • Hostess Chocolate Ding Dong Single Serve two-count packs (UPC: 8-88109-01002)
  • Hostess Chocolate Ding Dong 10-count packs (UPC: 8-88109-11061)
  • Hostess Chocolate Ding Dong Family Pack 16-count packs (UPC: 8-88109-11092)

Look For These Best Buy Dates On Your Ding Dongs

  • August 30, 2025
  • August 31, 2025
  • September 1, 2025
  • September 2, 2025
  • September 3, 2025

What Should You Do With The Contaminated Ding Dongs?

JM Smucker Company urges you NOT to consume the Ding Dongs. Instead, you're encouraged to return them and either get your money back or get a replacement package of Ding Dongs.

You can also contact the Hostess brand directly by clicking here, you can call them at 800.483.7253. You may also call the JM Smucker customer service line at 800.451.8500.

Sources: JM Smuckers/Hostess, Walmart, Food Network

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