Red Velvet Checkerboard Cake Recipe Idea

 

Red Velvet Checkerboard Cake

A show-stopping dessert, the Red Velvet Checkerboard Cake is a vibrant, visually striking cake that combines the classic flavor of red velvet with a fun checkerboard pattern. This cake is perfect for any celebration or special occasion. It’s a bit more involved than a traditional cake, but the results are absolutely worth it!

Ingredients:

For the Red Velvet Cake:

2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp cocoa powder

1 tsp salt

1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature

1/2 cup (120g) unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs, room temperature

1 tbsp red food coloring

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp white vinegar

For the Vanilla Cake:

2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp salt

1 cup (240ml) whole milk, room temperature

1/2 cup (120g) unsalted butter, softened

2 large eggs, room temperature

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened