The Ultimate Checkboard Cake

The checkboard pattern in this cake is achieved by layering different colored batters in a specific way, creating a stunning visual effect when the cake is sliced.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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The Ultimate Checkboard Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoon Cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoon Red food coloring
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 cup Buttercream frosting

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour three 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Add the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Divide the batter equally into two bowls.
5. In one bowl, add the cocoa powder and mix until fully incorporated.
6. In the other bowl, add the red food coloring and mix until the batter turns red.
7. Spoon a tablespoon of the chocolate batter into the center of each cake pan.
8. Spoon a tablespoon of the red batter into the center of the chocolate batter in each pan.
9. Continue alternating the batters until all the pans are filled.
10. Tap the pans gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
12. Remove from the oven and let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes.
13. Transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
14. Once cooled, level the cakes if necessary.
15. Place one chocolate layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of buttercream frosting on top.
16. Top with a red layer and repeat the process until all the layers are stacked.
17. Frost the outside of the cake with the remaining buttercream frosting.
18. Dust the top with powdered sugar for decoration.
19. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
20. Slice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 35g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.