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Chai Cake

A delicious dessert inspired by traditional chai tea, infused with warm spices and layered with cream cheese frosting.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Calories: 798
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 180 g butter Use room temperature butter for a creamier batter.
  • 150 g granulated sugar Provides sweetness and structure to the cake.
  • 150 g dark brown sugar Adds moisture and a deeper flavor profile.
  • 4 large eggs Ensure they are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • 330 g all-purpose flour The base of your cake, giving it structure.
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch Helps create a tender crumb in the cake.
  • 1 tbsp ground cardamom Infuses a warm, aromatic flavor.
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon Adds warmth and sweetness to the spice blend.
  • 1.5 tsp ground ginger Offers a subtle zing that complements the spices.
  • 0.5 tsp ground allspice Enhances the overall spice profile with warmth.
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg Adds depth and richness to the flavor.
  • 0.25 tsp ground black pepper Balances out the sweetness with its heat.
  • 0.75 tsp baking powder Helps the cake rise and become fluffy.
  • 0.75 tsp baking soda Works with acidic ingredients for leavening.
  • 0.5 tsp salt Enhances all flavors in the cake.
  • 240 g sour cream Keeps the cake moist and adds tanginess.
  • 60 g vegetable oil Ensures tenderness and moisture in each bite.
  • 1.5 tsp vanilla extract Adds warmth and depth of flavor to the batter.
  • 200 g butter (for frosting) Creamy base for your frosting, use at room temperature.
  • 280 g powdered sugar Sweetens and thickens your frosting perfectly.
  • 30 g dark brown sugar (for frosting) Introduces richness and depth in flavor to your frosting.
  • 115 g full-fat cream cheese Creates a rich, creamy texture in your frosting.
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla bean paste Enhances flavor with real vanilla specks for an upscale touch.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven and prepare your baking pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with sour cream and oil.
  6. Pour the batter into prepared pans and bake until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool before frosting with the cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 798kcalCarbohydrates: 88gProtein: 7gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 27gCholesterol: 167mgSodium: 497mgFiber: 1gSugar: 64g

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