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Chai Cake

Chai Cake
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Indulge in the warmth of our Chai Cake, a delightful treat that combines the cozy spices of chai tea with a moist, tender crumb. Perfect for fall gatherings, birthdays, or an afternoon dessert, this cake is enhanced by a luscious brown butter cream cheese frosting that makes each bite irresistible. The chai milk soak infuses the cake with flavor and moisture, ensuring it remains soft and satisfying. Impress your guests with this stunning dessert that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also creates a beautiful centerpiece for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (282 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 10 tbsp (140 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 cup (110 g) brown sugar, packed
  • 3 eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups (280 g) unsalted butter
  • 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, cold
  • 2 cups (260 g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
  • 2 chai teabags
  • 1/2 cup (150 g) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, spices, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugars until fluffy; add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
  4. Mix in buttermilk gradually until combined.
  5. Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan; bake for 38 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Prepare chai milk soak by heating milk with tea bags and sweetened condensed milk; steep and remove bags.
  8. Poke holes in cooled cake; pour chai soak evenly over it.
  9. For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter; add powdered sugar gradually while mixing.
  10. Frost the cooled cake and serve.

Nutrition

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