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Tuxedo Cake Recipe Easy, Budget-Friendly Dessert for Chocolate Lovers

Tuxedo Cake

This elegant Tuxedo Cake combines rich layers of moist chocolate cake with a silky cream cheese whipped frosting and decadent drizzles of both semi-sweet and white chocolate. The contrast of dark and light layers makes it a stunning centerpiece for any celebration — indulgent, creamy, and absolutely irresistible.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 cups Granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Boiling water
  • 2 cups Heavy cream
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract for frosting
  • 6 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate melted
  • 6 ounces White chocolate melted

Method
 

  1. 1. Preheat the Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. 2. Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix with a hand or stand mixer until smooth. Slowly add boiling water and mix until incorporated.
  3. 3. Bake the Cakes: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  4. 4. Make the Frosting: Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
  5. 5. Assemble the Cake: Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of frosting on top, then place the second cake layer over it. Frost the top and sides evenly.
  6. 6. Add the Chocolate Drizzles: Melt the semi-sweet and white chocolates separately in microwave-safe bowls in 20-second intervals, stirring between each. Drizzle each over the cake decoratively for a tuxedo look.
  7. 7. Set and Serve: Let the cake sit for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set before slicing and serving.

Notes

For a striking finish, use a piping bag to create alternating lines of dark and white chocolate, then gently drag a toothpick across for a marbled effect. Keep refrigerated and enjoy within 3–4 days.