Ingredients You Will Need:
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup brewed chai tea (cooled)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and cardamom.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the eggs, vegetable oil, brewed chai tea, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Make the Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Prepare the Frosting: Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and cinnamon (if using). Beat until smooth and fluffy.
7. Frost and Serve: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. Optionally, sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon or garnish with chai spice for an extra touch.
Nutritional Information (Per Slice):
Serving size: 1 slice (1/10 of the cake)
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Sugars: 30g
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fiber: 1g
Note: Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on specific ingredients used.
Tips for the Perfect Spiced Chai Cake:
- Choose Quality Chai: Use a strong, flavourful chai tea blend to ensure the spices shine through.
- Don’t Skip Cooling: Frosting a warm cake can cause the frosting to melt, so patience is key.
- Custom Spices: Adjust the spice levels to your preference for a bolder or milder chai flavour.
Happy Baking!
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