Ding Dongs came out in 1967 which is when they were first sold.
The name Ding Dong for the snack was chosen to also coincide with a television advertising campaign that featured a ringing bell.
Ding Dong snacks are a chocolate cake that is produced and also distributed by the Hostess Brands in the United States and also by Vachon Inc in Canada.
In some U.S. markets it was also known as Big Wheels.
Although with the exception of a brief period in 2013, Ding Dongs have been produced continuously since the year of 1967.
A Hostess Ding Dong contains around 270 to 285 calories.
The exact calorie amount of the Ding Dongs can also vary slightly depending on the specific size and type of Ding Dong.