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Deliciously spiced chai cake topped with creamy frosting and chai flavors.

Spiced Chai Cake

A delightful cake infused with chai spices, creamy frosting, and a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk, perfect for tea time or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Ensure flour is measured correctly.
  • 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is at room temperature.
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup brewed chai tea Use freshly brewed for best flavor.
  • 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk For drizzling on top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugars together until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the buttermilk and chai tea.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cake cool, then poke holes in the top and drizzle with sweetened condensed milk.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, beat together brown butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy, then frost the cooled cake.

Notes

Store any leftover cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or refrigerate for about a week. For long-term storage, freeze the cake for up to three months, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil.