Why Make This Recipe

Brown Sugar Chai Cake is a delightful treat that combines warm spices and rich flavors. It is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re celebrating a special event or just enjoying a cozy afternoon with friends. The combination of brown sugar and chai spices gives this cake a unique taste that is both comforting and exciting. The cream cheese frosting adds a creamy finish, making every bite a little piece of heaven.

How to Make Brown Sugar Chai Cake

Ingredients

• 390 g all-purpose flour
• 320 g dark brown sugar
• 15 g baking powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp cardamom
• 1 tsp ginger
• 1 tsp allspice
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp cloves
• 140 g unsalted butter (room temp)
• 100 g neutral oil
• 283 g whole milk (room temp)
• 2 eggs (room temp)
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 227 g unsalted butter (room temp)
• 12 oz cream cheese (cold)
• 340 g powdered sugar (sifted)

Directions

For the Brown Sugar Chai Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, allspice, nutmeg, and cloves) together.
3. In another bowl, cream the unsalted butter and neutral oil until smooth.
4. Add in the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
7. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

1. In a large bowl, beat the cold cream cheese and unsalted butter until fluffy.
2. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and creamy.

For Assembly:

1. Once the cakes are cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top.
3. Place the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the cream cheese frosting.

How to Serve Brown Sugar Chai Cake

Serve your Brown Sugar Chai Cake with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful experience. You can slice it into pieces and enjoy it at room temperature or slightly chilled.

How to Store Brown Sugar Chai Cake

Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for up to a week. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to three months. Make sure to wrap it well before freezing.

Tips to Make Brown Sugar Chai Cake

• Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
• Do not overmix the batter; it should be just combined.
• Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste preference.

Variation

You can add nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch. Alternatively, you can substitute the cream cheese frosting with a simple vanilla buttercream for a different flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes! You can bake the cake layers in advance and freeze them. Just make sure to wrap them well.

2. Can I use a different type of sugar?
You can experiment with light brown sugar, but it may change the flavor slightly.

3. How can I make the frosting less sweet?
You can reduce the amount of powdered sugar or add a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.

Brown Sugar Chai Cake

A delightful combination of warm spices and rich flavors, topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 12 servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

  

For the cake

• 390 g all-purpose flour
• 320 g dark brown sugar
• 15 g baking powder
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp cardamom
• 1 tsp ginger
• 1 tsp allspice
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp cloves
• 140 g unsalted butter (room temp)
• 100 g neutral oil
• 283 g whole milk (room temp)
• 2 pieces eggs (room temp)
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

For the cream cheese frosting

• 227 g unsalted butter (room temp)
• 12 oz cream cheese (cold)
• 340 g powdered sugar (sifted)

Instructions

 

For the Brown Sugar Chai Cake

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
• In a large bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices together.
• In another bowl, cream the unsalted butter and neutral oil until smooth.
• Add in the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined.
• Divide the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
• Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

• In a large bowl, beat the cold cream cheese and unsalted butter until fluffy.
• Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar, mixing until smooth and creamy.

For Assembly

• Once the cakes are cool, place one cake layer on a serving plate.
• Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top.
• Place the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the entire cake with the cream cheese frosting.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Do not overmix the batter; it should be just combined. Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste preference. Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.

Keyword Baking, Brown Sugar Chai Cake, Cake Recipes, Chai Cake, Dessert Recipes

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