How To Make Chai Cake: A Delicious Recipe

Today, I’m excited to share how to make chai cake, a delicious recipe that brings the warm spices of chai right into your dessert. This cake is a family favorite, and it reminds me of my cousin Sarah’s birthday when we all gathered around the table, savoring every bite. Chai cake is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re baking sweets for a celebration or just want to indulge in a delightful treat.

Why You’ll Love It

• It’s packed with warm spices like cinnamon and cardamom.
• The cake is incredibly moist and fluffy.
• It’s a fun baking recipe that everyone can enjoy.

Pure Comfort

Chai cake is pure comfort food. Each slice is like a warm hug, making it perfect for sharing with family or enjoying on a cozy afternoon. Plus, who can resist a slice of cake that tastes like a comforting cup of chai?

What You Need

• 2 all-purpose flour – cups
• 1.5 granulated sugar – cups
• 1 baking powder – tbsp
• 1 baking soda – tsp
• 0.5 salt – tsp
• 2 ground cinnamon – tsp
• 1 ground cardamom – tsp
• 1 ground ginger – tsp
• 0.5 unsalted butter – cups, softened
• 3 eggs – large
• 1 vanilla extract – tbsp
• 1 milk – cup
• 1 powdered sugar – cup, for frosting
• 8 cream cheese – oz, for frosting

Time to Cook

Prep: 20 minutes | Cook: 30 minutes | Total: 50 minutes | Difficulty: easy | Make-Ahead: Yes, you can make it a day in advance.

Steps to Make It

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger.
3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in vanilla extract and milk into the butter mixture.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
9. While the cakes cool, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
10. Once the cakes are completely cool, spread the frosting between the layers and on top.

Make It Perfect

• For an extra kick, add a pinch of black pepper to the batter.
• Make sure your butter is softened for easy mixing.
• You can use a store-bought frosting if you’re short on time.

Mix It Up

• Try adding chopped nuts for a crunchy texture.
• Swap out the frosting for a simple glaze made with powdered sugar and milk.
• You can make chai cupcakes using the same batter.

Perfect Partners

• Serve with a cup of chai tea for a delightful pairing.
• A scoop of vanilla ice cream complements the spices beautifully.
• Top with fresh fruit for a refreshing twist.

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Conclusion

Now that you know how to make chai cake, it is time to gather your loved ones and enjoy this delicious recipe. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, this cake will surely bring smiles to everyone around the table.

Chai Cake

Chai cake is a delicious dessert that combines the warm spices of chai into a moist and fluffy cake. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe brings comfort and joy to those who enjoy it.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 8 slices

Equipment

• 9-inch round cake pans
• Large bowl
• Wire rack

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground cardamom
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup powdered sugar for frosting
• 8 oz cream cheese for frosting

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
• In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger.
• In another bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
• Stir in vanilla extract and milk into the butter mixture.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
• Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
• While the cakes cool, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
• Once the cakes are completely cool, spread the frosting between the layers and on top.

Keyword Baking, Cake, chai, dessert, spices