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Chai Cake

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Chai Cake is a delightful and comforting dessert that perfectly encapsulates the essence of warm spices in every bite. This moist and tender cake features a unique blend of chai spices, creating a deliciously aromatic flavor profile that is sure to impress. Topped with a rich spiced Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Frosting, this cake offers a sweet indulgence that’s perfect for gatherings, birthdays, or cozy nights at home. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Whether enjoyed as a sweet treat after dinner or paired with your favorite morning beverage, Chai Cake is destined to become a beloved favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • ¼ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ tsp ground cloves
  • ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup applesauce (room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup milk (room temperature)
  • 6 oz cream cheese (cold, full-fat)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
  • pinch of ground nutmeg
  • pinch of ground cardamom
  • pinch of ground cloves

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round baking pan by greasing it.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, applesauce, and milk until smooth.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just mixed.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Once cooled, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese and butter together; then add brown sugar, salt, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and ground spices until smooth.
  7. Frost the cooled cake evenly before serving.

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