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Chai Cake

Cozy Up with Irresistible Chai Cake and Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in this delightful Chai Cake, infused with warm spices, perfect for fall gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar to sweeten
  • 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar or light brown sugar
  • 4 large Eggs can use flax eggs
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can use gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch omit if not available
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda ensure freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt for flavor balance
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can use Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil or melted coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract for added warmth
  • Spices (Cardamom, Cinnamon, Ginger, Allspice, Nutmeg, Pepper) adjust to taste
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Butter softened
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for flavor
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese can use dairy-free

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Cake pans
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 340ºF (170ºC) and prepare two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. Sift together the dry ingredients (flour, cornstarch, spices, baking powder, baking soda, salt) in a bowl.
  3. Cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Mix half of the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then add sour cream, oil, and vanilla. Follow with the remaining dry ingredients.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 28-30 minutes or until a cake tester comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cakes in their pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Make frosting by beating butter, powdered sugar, and brown sugar until airy. Add vanilla and cream cheese, mixing until smooth.
  10. Assemble the cake by frosting between layers and the top and sides.
  11. Decorate with cinnamon dust or star anise for a beautiful finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Room temperature ingredients create a smoother batter. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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