Chocolate Checkerboard Cake

Health score
1%
Chocolate Checkerboard Cake
125 min.
16
275kcal

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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking a Chocolate Checkerboard Cake, a stunning dessert that is sure to impress both family and friends. This visually striking cake features alternating layers of rich chocolate and buttery yellow cake, creating a beautiful checkerboard pattern that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. Perfect for celebrations or simply as a sweet treat, this cake is a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

With a preparation time of just over two hours, this recipe is accessible for bakers of all skill levels. The combination of a convenient cake mix and the addition of cream cheese ensures a moist and flavorful cake that pairs perfectly with the luscious chocolate frosting. Each slice offers a delightful balance of flavors, with the sweetness of the yellow cake complementing the deep richness of the chocolate.

Whether you're hosting a birthday party, a holiday gathering, or just want to satisfy your sweet tooth, the Chocolate Checkerboard Cake is a fantastic choice. Its unique presentation and delicious taste make it a memorable dessert that will have everyone raving. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a masterpiece that will not only taste amazing but also look stunning on your dessert table!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix yellow
  • cup milk 
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 16 oz chocolate frosting 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and lightly flour bottoms and sides of three 9-inch round pans of checkerboard cake set.
  2. Place divider ring in one of the pans, following manufacturer’s directions.
  3. In medium bowl, beat cake mix, milk, cream cheese, vanilla and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, scraping bowl constantly, then on medium speed 2 minutes. Divide batter in half; stir cocoa into half of the batter.
  4. Spoon batter into each pan and using divider ring, following manufacturer's directions.
  5. Bake 18 to 26 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes. Loosen side of each cake from pan with metal spatula; turn upside down onto cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  6. Using a thin layer of frosting between layers, stack cake layers so outside colors of cake alternate.
  7. Place cake on serving plate; frost side and top of cake with frosting. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories275kcal
Protein5.15%
Fat29.19%
Carbs65.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.06
Glycemic Load
0.35
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.2869565227757%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.87mg
Epicatechin
2.64mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:274.79kcal
13.74%
Fat:9.17g
14.11%
Saturated Fat:3.82g
23.85%
Carbohydrates:46.42g
15.47%
Net Carbohydrates:45.28g
16.47%
Sugar:31.36g
34.85%
Cholesterol:37.89mg
12.63%
Sodium:321.62mg
13.98%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.12%
100%
Caffeine:3.66mg
1.22%
Protein:3.64g
7.28%
Phosphorus:169.87mg
16.99%
Calcium:100.73mg
10.07%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.27%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.05%
Iron:1.41mg
7.84%
Copper:0.14mg
6.91%
Folate:27.04µg
6.76%
Selenium:4.67µg
6.67%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.16%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.87%
Magnesium:19.22mg
4.8%
Fiber:1.14g
4.56%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.2%
Potassium:132.82mg
3.79%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.43%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.33%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.05%
Vitamin A:140.93IU
2.82%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.71%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.22%
Vitamin K:1.15µg
1.1%