Spiced chai cake gets its flavour from brewed chai tea plus cinnamon, ginger, cloves and cardamom. The batter comes together by mixing wet ingredients into dry, and it bakes in a single 9-inch pan. Cover it with a creamy vanilla frosting once it has cooled.

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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!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I frost the cake while it is still warm?

Wait until it has cooled completely. A warm cake makes the frosting melt.

What kind of chai works best?

Go for a strong, flavourful chai blend so the spices come through. The batter takes 1 cup of brewed chai, cooled.

How long does the cake take to bake?

About 30 to 35 minutes at 350°F (175°C), until a toothpick in the centre comes out clean. Cool it in the pan for 10 minutes, then move it to a wire rack.

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Spiced Chai Cake and Its Nutritional Information