CHOCOLATE CHECKERBOARD CAKE

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"Check" out this new patterned cake. It's the pan that makes the magic!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
1 cup milk
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs
1/4 cup unsweetened baking cocoa
1 container Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease and lightly flour bottoms and sides of three 9-inch round pans of checkerboard cake set. Place divider ring in one of the pans, following manufacturer's directions.
  • 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.
  • Spoon batter into each pan and using divider ring, following manufacturer's directions.
  • 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.
  • Using a thin layer of frosting between layers, stack cake layers so outside colors of cake alternate. Place cake on serving plate; frost side and top of cake with frosting. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 27 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

kayemba ibrahim
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Wow, this cake is gorgeous! I'm sure it tastes as good as it looks.


Jaison Vj
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This cake looks amazing! I'm definitely going to give it a try.


Salina Pervin
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Cinga Nqana
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This is a great recipe for a fun and festive cake.


M Bilal Akmal Rana
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best chocolate checkerboard cake I've ever had.


Mosa123 Mosa123
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This cake is definitely a showstopper. It's perfect for special occasions.


Puja Dhakal
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Overall, this was a good recipe. I would make it again with a few adjustments.


Baris Arduc
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The checkerboard pattern was a bit messy. I think I need more practice.


Narayan Khadka
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The cake was a bit dry. I think I overbaked it. I'll try baking it for less time next time.


DIL JAAN DIL JAAN
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


QAIS Paroducation QP
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate cake.


Andile Bandile
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and beautiful cake.


Rouvry Claude
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I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients that I always have on hand.


Jerri Burton
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The instructions were clear and easy to follow. Even a beginner baker could make this cake.


Mohammad Sulaiman
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I've made this cake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to recipe for chocolate cake.


Mari van der Berg
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Hola Burger
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate cake, but this one was surprisingly good. The chocolate flavor wasn't too overpowering, and the cake was very moist.


Sajid Khan golld
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The checkerboard pattern was a bit tricky to get right, but it was worth the effort. It made the cake look so elegant.


Mikylathereal World
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The cake was moist and flavorful. The chocolate ganache was rich and decadent.


shahzaib Khan
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This cake was a huge hit at my last party! Everyone loved the chocolatey goodness and the fun checkerboard pattern.