Description
Indulge in the rich, aromatic flavors of Spiced Chai Latte Cupcakes, a delightful treat that captures the essence of your favorite chai latte. These fluffy cupcakes are infused with a blend of warm spices and topped with creamy chai-spiced buttercream, making them perfect for any occasion—from cozy fall gatherings to festive celebrations. With their inviting aroma wafting through your kitchen, you’ll find it hard to resist reaching for one (or two!).
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 Tbsp chai spice mix
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (preferably at room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brewed chai tea
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter
- 1 Tbsp chai spice mix
- pinch of kosher salt
- 4 1/2 cups powdered sugar (whisked to remove any lumps)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, and chai spice mix.
- In another bowl, combine granulated sugar and vegetable oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and brewed chai tea.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with whole milk until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners with batter and bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
- For frosting, beat unsalted butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and chai spice mix until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg