Checkmate! Cotton Soft Checkerboard Cake | Vanilla Sponge Cake | Chocolate Sponge Cake Recipe

Cotton Soft Checkerboard Cake - Today is the first day of Chinese New Year. So excited to have this video uploaded. The cake turned out so soft and fluffy. Since it’s a checkerboard design, thought of a chess set of on. I also stumbled on a silicon chess could, it’s so adorable with those little chess ornaments. Love the knights, my favourite chess move (L move). This cake has incredible flavours of both vanilla and chocolate, with mocha ganache in between layers and top with whipped cream. Hope you’re inspired to make this as a birthday cake or a party cake, incredible presentation that will impress your guests. Enjoy!
FOR FULL RECIPE, please visit my blog at gracioustreatz.wixsite.com/bakewithlove/checkerboard-cake
Ingredients:
• Cotton Sponge Cakes
I am using 7x7-inch pan
-Vanilla Cake Batter
3 egg yolks
25g [1½ tbsp] fine sugar
36g [2½ tbsp] oil
30ml [2 tbsp] milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
60g [½ cup] cake flour
-Chocolate Cake Batter
3 egg yolks
25g [1½ tbsp] fine sugar
36g [2½ tbsp] oil
30ml [2 tbsp] milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
42g [¼ cup + 1 tbsp] cake flour
18g [2½ tbsp] cocoa powder
6 egg whites
½ tsp cream of tartar
75g [¼ cup + 2 tbsp] fine sugar
• Mocha Ganache
200g [1½ cup] dark chocolate
200g [¾ cup + 1½ tbsp] whipping cream, hot
12g [2 tsp] instant coffee
30g [2 tbsp] fine sugar
• Whipped Cream
60g [¼ cup] whipping cream
syrup
[1 tbsp sugar + 2 tbsp hot water]
• Decorations
100g [1 cup] semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
20g [1 tbsp] honey
25g [¼ cup] white chocolate
Silicon chess mould
Instructions:
• Cotton Sponge Cakes
1. Preheat oven 160°C/320°F.
2. Separate the eggs. Add 3 egg yolks into each mixing bowl.
3. In one of the 3 yolk bowl, add sugar. Mix vigorously until well combined.
4. Add in the oil, milk, vanilla extract and salt. Mix vigorously until well combined.
5. Sift in the flour. Whisk and fold in a circular motion, do not over mix. Set aside.
6. Repeat the same process for the other 3 yolk bowl. Add sugar. Mix vigorously until well combined. Add in the oil, milk, vanilla extract and salt. Mix vigorously until well combined. Sift in the flour and cocoa powder. Whisk and fold in a circular motion, do not over mix. Set aside.
7. In the bowl of egg whites, add cream of tartar. With an electric mixer, mix on low speed until foamy. Add sugar in 3 batches. Continue mixing on high speed.
8. Add half of the egg whites into the vanilla batter in 3 batches. Fold in a circular motion until combined. Switch to a spatula and continue folding until combined, do not over mix.
9. Add the remaining egg whites into the chocolate batter in 3 batches. Fold in a circular motion until combined. Switch to a spatula and continue folding until combined, do not over mix.
10. Transfer each vanilla batter and chocolate batter into a 7x7-inch pan respectively. Drop the pan on the table to release bubbles.
11. Bake in preheated oven at 160°C/320°F or until an inserted skewer comes out clean.
12. Remove the cake from the pans, cool them completely before slicing.
13. Slice each of the cake into 2 slices, I trim off the top and bottom to make them completely crust free.
14. Using a 4x4 inch and 2x2 inch square mould to cut the middle, forming alternative vanilla and chocolate cake sheets. Set them aside for assembly later.
• Mocha Ganache
1. In a bowl, add the dark chocolate coins.
2. Heat the whipping cream in a milk pot. Add instant coffee and sugar, stir until well dissolved.
3. Add the hot cream mixture into the dark chocolate coins. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
4. After 5 minutes, mix until the mixture is combined and smooth and no lumps. If there is still lumps, microwave a few more seconds and mix again until lumps free.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until the chocolate is hardened.
6. Mix the chocolate with an electric mixer until smooth, creamy and stiff.
• Whipped Cream (for the cake top)
1. In a mixing bowl, add whipping cream and sugar.
2. Mix until stiff peaks, do not over mix.
• Decorations
1. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate and white chocolate separately.
2. Pour about three quarter of the semi-sweet chocolate on a non-stick parchment paper. Spread evenly to a thin layer. Refrigerate for 4-5 minutes.
3. Transfer the remaining chocolates onto a piping bag. Pipe into the prepared chess mould. Refrigerate 10-15 minutes or until they are set.
4. Cut the layer of chocolate into square.
5. Remove the chess chocolate from the mould. Pipe a thin layer of respective chocolate to stick the pairs together.
6. Decorate on top of the cake.
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[@vivianealbini584]

Fiona, you are a very humble person, but the fact is you are a "genius" baker! If you open a bakery or a cafe, there is NO doubt that you quickly become famous and well-known! I bake since I was 14 years old. My Dad was my guinea pig who tasted and tested each cake and pastry I made! It was just my hobby and I still bake today, but for my husband, my children, my grandchildren, and my in-loves (our in-laws, but we don't like that word, so we changed to our in-loves because we love them!). I have to take my hat off when I saw you made this beautiful and complicated Checkerboard Cake! It's sooo beautiful and perfect in every way! You are a very detail-oriented person too! Thank you for sharing! Blessings to you!

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Hi Viviane, thank you for taking your time to give me this wonderful compliment. I wouldn't say I'm s genius as I'm still learning every time I bake. For someone who started baking at age 14, I believe you're humble person too and I'm sure you're a pro baker yourself. Your family must be so lucky to have you to be able to enjoy your cakes. Love how you named "in-loves", I agree it sounds so much better. May you and your family and your in-loves good health, happiness and a abundant of peace. God bless! 💖

[@TheLaughingLion]

You have outdone yourself on this cake! This cake is visually stunning. You have checkmated my heart with this one 😁😄

[@HowTasty]

Such a stunning cake!! I've always enjoyed playing chess, your cake looks like a perfect checkerboard! That chess mould is amazing, the icing on the cake :D

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Thanks Valentina. My dad thought me how to play chess, else I won't know how to do a checkmate. Love knights. Stumbled at the chess mould which came in handy for this checkerboard cake💕

[@chandrakalabarbhai9287]

Ohh I love this channel

[@chandrakalabarbhai9287]

Vety creative

[@LazyCookPete]

Magnificent! Another masterpiece Fiona! 😋👍

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Thanks Pete. You have a wonderful week ahead 💝💕🥰

[@BakingWithElliott]

Fiona, this is another one of your fantastic bakes. This cake looks so good, I love it - thank you so much for sharing!

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Thanks so much Elliott. I'm sure you can do much better too. You have a wonderful week ahead! 💝💕🥰

[@ellendelights]

Wow that looks Phenomenal Fiona, love that Checkerboard Cake!!! Happy Valentine’s Day my Friend!!!

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Thank you Sis Ellen, you have a wonderful week ahead 🥰💕💝

[@brizeidamarron3755]

Espectacular !!!. Una receta fabulosa. Gracias por compartir .

[@FillFeelthetable]

Hello friend! As expected, your cotton soft checkerboard cake recipe looks so delicious today!!!! Thank you so much for always sharing delicious recipes! I'm learning your recipe so well today! I'll look forward to your good videos! Have a nice day!

[@foods_and_delights]

Wonderful recipe and presentation awsome thanks for sharing keep conected my friend 😊

[@maanyagupta8361]

You are so skilled, your work deserves recognition!!

[@WhatsCookingAtMomsKitchen]

Checkmate! You are the winner! I was glued until the end! It's adorable! Hats off to you!

[@jayoppie3021]

Omg! Will make this for my son! He loves to play chess and he will surely appreciate this! Thank you

[@ShreyasRecipe]

Wow... What an impressive recipe of cake... U made it to ultimate perfection dear, So glad you shared the recipe, It came out so delectable, Warm Greetings 😊 Be safe and healthy!!!

[@pearlcitykitchen993]

Yummy and delicious...super soft vanilla cake....enjoyed watching your creativity

[@tammiemartinez6485]

Okay I'm not even mad that I can't make this. I just enjoyed watching you put it together. That is SO creative!! I'm a bit jealous. I've got no shame admitting that, lol. Well done... 👏

[@gracioustreatz7231]

My dear Tammie, you're humorous and cute. I don't think you should be jealous because I'm sure you can do it too. Again thanks so much for always being here, really appreciate it ❤️💕💖

[@poornisakrabani1563]

Brilliant as usual. You are so talented and thank you for making such fabulous eggless cakes. Am waiting for the eggless version of this.

[@preetivasudevan8444]

This is so beautiful and tempting.... Just love it.... please share the eggless version ....I just love the way you bake...so flawlessly...

[@HomeInTheSticks]

Yes mam, checkmate indeed!! Wonderful recipe and presentation as always, checkerboard cake looks delicious Mrs Fiona!! Thank ya for sharing the recipe, you have a great weekend my friend!! Dan

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Chess is kinda a childhood game, those days we don't have iPad hi tech gadgets to play with. Thanks for being here, Dan. You have a wonderful week ahead!

[@CasualCookery]

When I was a teenager, I won a municipal contest in chess! Oh, sweet old times! So, you've got me in the second I have seen the thumbnail! How beautiful this cake is!

[@CasualCookery]

@paul s legatto Absolutely!

[@gracioustreatz7231]

@paul s legatto I would love to watch that 🥰😍

[@gracioustreatz7231]

You must be a smart person, Alina. Not many have the interest in playing chess unless they are smart. Again, thanks for being here, appreciate it! 🥰💖💕

[@CasualCookery]

@@gracioustreatz7231 I know you have kids! Playing chess would be such a great activity for them!

[@perojr.4134]

Nice cooking video. so greating Recipe.dear my friend.💞

[@eatdelicious]

Wowww beautifully done....love your creative work ❤️❤️ you are soo talented 🤩🤩

[@mahhnaazbalsara9678]

Omgggg!!!!!!!!!!!!! This cake is just unbelievable. It’s too beautiful to be true 😍😍😍😭🌈🌸

[@aneeshadharamdasani7046]

Wow ❤️ made me speech less your art is awesome ❤️

[@madelcarmenromo570]

Deliciosa receta, felicidades, gracias por compartir, saludos desde Aguascalientes México

[@farininadzri2457]

Thank u for sharing this recipe 💜 im doing this cake right now !

[@bbrown1558]

Fascinating creation. Just amazing. Couldn't take my eyes off

[@CBsGreenhouseandGarden]

Awesome job done on this one my friend. That cake came out amazing! Stay safe and have a wonderful weekend!

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Thanks CB for always being here. You have a wonderful week ahead. Stay safe and God bless! 💕💝

[@ellymahlangu4731]

Its how much that cake

[@farahnazbagherzadegan5470]

Beautiful and impressive 😍👍 thank you for sharing ✨🙏

[@aarthylalith4438]

Wow super good job keep going 👏

[@easowmathai7625]

What a superb presentation!!!!

[@mhersangelstv2511]

wow amazing cake host

I will notify you when you post a new video, wishing you a lot of health and success in life

[@krishamotwani2001]

This looks brilliant , can’t wait to make this

[@Mita_2023]

Goodness, you are an artist. I am in awe of such artistic dessert creations.

[@seasonsofrefreshing7386]

Looks delicious!!! Thanks for sharing, friend! Let's stay connected!

[@naziazubaircooking5244]

Wowww super duper

[@HomeCookingJourney]

The layers are so even and beautiful ~~ Great job! ☺️☺️

[@MoonTvHomeMadeCooking]

Excellent Recipe thanks for sharing my new friend I support you

[@ap1833]

The cake is so impressive, i’d def try it if it’d be an eggless cake. Thank you for posting, will be more excited if u post something for eggless or if u keep just a note like(substitue for egg).

[@WhatsCookingAtMomsKitchen]

You could try her No Flour No Glutens No Eggs Chocolate Cake dated Feb 2. Get the ingredients from there and then apply her checkerboard design here. I think it would work :)

[@sreejasreekumar5877]

Amazing....I'm sure gonna try this

[@Hiteafusionrecipes]

Cake looks divine ❤️

[@neshisugumaran72]

Hey Fiona. I made this cake yesterday but I used creamcheese and whipped cream as frosting . It was delicious but some parts of the cake separated when I cut it. How do I prevent that? Do I have to use the mocha ganache between the layers instead? Thanks for the recipe by the way. 🤗

[@debbie-annmohammed708]

Hi Fiona beautiful recipe can u give a measurement for how much is half of the egg whites

[@meenameena1534]

Excellent mam

[@Simplemum]

This looks brilliant!! Great efforts though!! I am sure to try this!!! Awesome video!!! I am in love with ur kitchen and baking!!🥰🥰🥰

[@sdangeti1569]

totally enjoyed watching you make this. Can you please post an eggless version of this recipe?

[@gracioustreatz7231]

I did dear. But the design is another variation. it's round instead. Here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJDdp6Wkm6lmeM0

[@saveursbouchra4449]

Waw,,,👌👌👌

[@gayantaranga9551]

Thank you ❤

[@nusratkitchen7094]

Amazing work

[@VeggiesKitchenMagic759]

Amazing presentation..thanks for sharing

[@EasyBakingEasyCooking]

Wow 👍

[@nolenl1503]

Yummy always creative god god give you health and wellness Thanks for the best chef in the world Thanks for all recipes 😍🌺💐👍🌹🌹

[@griseldaconde9184]

Bellísimo felicidades

[@kajaltalreja1755]

owesome cake mam plz share the link of chess mould

[@hetalbhatt8391]

Hi I am self taught Baker so I just want to ask that you use egg in cookies and cakes so is there any other options to use instead of egg

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Hi dear. I usually have an eggless version right after my egg version. So for this particular cake, here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJDdp6Wkm6lmeM0 You can also check out my eggless playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLKWTZbiXypn7sO1mvymnoMKHOT2c6rxvy

[@pranalipashte5307]

That's so amazing ❤️

[@yamilevelazquez8079]

Bellísimo 👌😃

[@thurgashnekalisparan9813]

Hi do you mind doing 4 inch round vanilla/chocolate cake ? I don’t know how much batter I need 😅

[@aditikrishnan496]

What a beautiful creativity......mouth watering😋😋😋😋

[@WL1006]

This is so cool

[@bharati6]

You are awesome!

[@lestariseafood6004]

Beautiful 👍

[@ashikhan8364]

Wonderful

[@fusionoftastyfood1404]

Yet another yumm and unique cake😍😍😍😍

[@Nishiskitchenrecipe]

Excellent presentation

[@danellechan9394]

such a cool cakeeee 😍

[@su-yinkam1297]

Amazing cake. How do you line your cake pan so neatly? Any tips? Thank you.

[@gracioustreatz7231]

I briefly showed how-to sometime so, maybe you can refer to this video 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJXGq5WwqJl_oq8

[@alvitocabral]

Hey, is the base used here a genoise sponge?

[@pallavisreetambraparni6995]

Wow

[@rhimouzugam2507]

❤❤❤ perfecto

[@pinkyj3197]

Wow...

[@TikkaMasalaa1]

Hi, question. Why did you not remove all of the uneven ends and sides before adding syrup and ganache ?

[@gracioustreatz7231]

That way I find the trimming will be neater. But you can definitely do any way you find more comfortable 😊

[@ashwinimadhavan98]

Awesome looks yummy. Ma'am can you please make an eggless version of this cake

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Yes dear. Was supposed to post it yesterday but since it's lunar celebration, I will post it this Friday, please stay tuned 🥰

[@ashwinimadhavan98]

@@gracioustreatz7231 Thanks a lot ma'am

[@mariaanderson6503]

Wow 🤩 😍😍😍😍😘😘😘

[@geethanjalihegde3413]

Can I have an eggless version of this please...would be great to know that too

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Hi dear. Here you have the eggless version kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJDdp6Wkm6lmeM0

[@flavourfusionpk]

MASHA ALLAH ♥️ too good

[@KhalilAhmad-zs6lq]

If we don't have a cream of tartar then what we use

[@nupurtyagi5575]

Amazing cake!! Could u please do a pineapple cake recipe...and I've seen a lot of bakeries put some kind of thickened pineapple sauce(dont know what it is exactly)....and should i use canned pineapple or fresh

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Hi. Do you mean like this pineapple cake kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2m7ooZ7g8yihdE

[@nupurtyagi5575]

@@gracioustreatz7231 its so nice of u..you really listen to ur viewers☺️..but i meant something like this.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y3O3hKuZpMaGeqs There are recipes like this available on youtube..but i trust ur recipes more😅

[@gracioustreatz7231]

@@nupurtyagi5575 Ok will put this in the request list. Hope you can be patient ☺️ please stay tuned for another eggless cake tomorrow 😊

[@Shoira-h3n]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@anandtiwari1580]

Have you used cooking chocolate or couverture chocolate to make the squares and the other shapes?? Thanks. Nisha

[@gracioustreatz7231]

I used compound chocolate. But you can definitely use couverture chocolate as it is great quality chocolate too. Good choice ! 👍

[@tryyulianti899]

Hallo...tolong di balas 😘kalau 7x7 inch jika dalam centimeter itu 8x8,berarti loyang kecil ya? Bisa setinggi itu cake nya

[@gracioustreatz7231]

Halo. 7x7 inch = 18x18cm. Adakah saya jawab soalan anda? ☺️

[@tryyulianti899]

Ukuran loyangnya berapa panjang x lebar x tinggi ? Trimakasih

[@degn-musicproducer9663]

How are your cake comes out so thick? Giving the quantity you give. What are the dimensions?

[@kumarikumari7136]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@subhojitacharyya7838]

Mouth watering n amazing ❤️

[@anilprasad2942]

This is awesome in every way.creativity at its best.👍 please upload the receipie of eggless orange cake with vanilla icing.

[@HarpreetKaur-lf3bq]

Great I LOVE it ! Yummmm :-)

[@يومياتاماحمد-ع5ص]

Wow👍👍👍👍🌹💞

[@kakdelima]

Thankyou ❤️

[@mmnadir6260]

Just lovely thanks

[@tastyrecipesbyuzma]

😘😘😘

[@ronittaynee3600]

Omg😋😋😋

[@صحيولذيذ-ق2ج]

Gooood 👍

[@nancydesai4565]

Amazing, Amazing absolutely amazing! But would you pls share an eggfree version??? Thank you.

[@igorfomenko9189]

You get checkerboard section only near center part of cake, in another section you get traces somewhere

[@sanjanamule2597]

Awesomeeee

[@XanthanGgum]

😁👍

[@cookinginn9042]

Plz reply why are you not adding baking powder

[@gracioustreatz7231]

This recipe doesnt require air leavening agents. It relies on the egg white meringue to rise

[@aklagenan-9382]

Really fantastic 🌹

[@a.r.2404]

Ok that egg separator is genius!😂