Hostess is always on a roll when it comes to releasing new products. The Cupcakes, the Twinkies, and now the Mini Donettes. And since Hostess is usually on the winning side of our wonderful quests, it was a no brainer when I saw these in the store. We had to try them.
I found these at Fareway, so feel free to go grab a pack and taste test along with us! Though you might have to act quickly, as these are limited edition and are only available until November 30th!
And of course, let us know what you think.
Who are our Questers today?
Kris, goes for the powdered ones.
Nate, coconut fan.
Matt, a mixed bag.
Amy, not doing coke today.
A History of Hostess…. again.
For a longer history, check out the original Hostess episode here.
https://open.substack.com/pub/questforthebestpodcast/p/ho-ho-hostess?r=rjail&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web
The Hostess brand was founded by the Continental Baking Company, who bought Taggart Bakery, which was the bakery behind the famous Wonder Bread. Along with Wonder Bread, Continental Baking Company wanted to create a line of treats. So in 1919, they launched the Hostess Cupcake. More than 10 years later, Hostess became snack cake legends with the creation of Twinkies. Created by Jimmy Dewer in 1930, the company’s bakery manager, these spongy treats were a great way for the company to make an inexpensive product during the depression. You could get two twinkies for a nickel.
In 1995, Interstate Bakeries Corporation acquired Continental Baking company for $330 million.
Despite a couple bankruptcies since then, the company now seems to be back on its feet. The Hostess Brand’s product portfolio includes CupCakes, Twinkies, Ding Dongs, Ho Hos, Donettes, SnoBalls, Fruit Pies, various breads, and more.
The Results
**SPOILER ALERT!**
Listen to the episode first if you do not want the results revealed to you yet!
Nate: “It lacks the caramel flavor.” 5/10
Amy: “I expected a crunch, not a coconut nasty flavor and texture.” 3/10
Kris: “The donut is good, but I don’t like the coconut flavoring.” 3/10
Matt: “I’m struggling with this one.” 4/10
TOTAL: 15/40
There you have it. We do NOT give the Caramel Crunch Donettes the Quest for the Best seal of approval. Maybe you want to give it a try? Check out their website for more information on where to find some.
https://www.hostesscakes.com/products/donettes/caramel-crunch/
Also, do you have any foods you would love to get the coveted seal of approval? Let us know in the comments what you want to hear next, along with your thoughts on this episode.
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Show Notes:
https://www.foxnews.com/us/timeline-the-history-of-hostess-brands
https://www.mashed.com/83028/untold-truth-hostess-cakes/
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/joey-chestnut-twinkie-eating-contest_n_4169657
MINI EPISODE: Caramel Crunch Donettes