The shelf life of ding dongs is said to be 45 days.
Although Ding Dongs will remain safe to eat and edible for longer than 45 days but they often become stale after 45 days and longer.
Ding Dongs are made with a combination of ingredients which are designed to extend their shelf life, which includes stabilizers and preservatives.
Refrigeration of the Ding Dongs can also extend the shelf life of Ding Dongs.
I've eaten Ding Dongs that were 2 years old and while they were not as fresh tasting they still were edible and safe to eat.
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.