CHOCOLATE CHECKERBOARD CAKE

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

Provided by 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

Carter Henz
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I don't recommend this recipe. The cake was dense and the frosting was too sweet.


Mental Shine
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The cake was a bit dry, but the frosting was delicious.


AMIR.M. A
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


Syed Tanjid
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I love the checkerboard pattern! It's so unique and eye-catching.


MD. Romjan Mia
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This cake is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.


Kittyscratches
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.


Tameka Rolle
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The results are stunning and the taste is amazing.


Michael Doan
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I love the way this cake looks! It's so festive and perfect for any occasion.


Daim Hayat
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The cake was delicious and the instructions were easy to follow. I will definitely make this again.


Samuel Isichei
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I made this cake for my son's birthday and he was so happy. It was easy to make and turned out beautiful.


Naeem Abbass
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the checkerboard pattern and the rich chocolate flavor.