Easy Chai Cake

This Chai Cake recipe couldn’t be easier to make! It’s a simple yet delicious dessert, made with chai cake mix that’s used in both the batter and the topping.

I have a soft spot for chai with a crumble topping the more crumbs, the happier I am.Creating the chai cake stripe effect is easier than you might think and no one would ever guess how easy it was to create this. Just follow this easy method for a cake that looks stunning and tastes just as amazing.

There’s something about chai that just feels like a hug because it has that warm, comforting touch you know.
I remember the first time I tried baking a chai cake and I thought I was being fancy but it turned out I had forgotten the baking powder so the cake was flatter than my mood on a Monday morning. However, we learn from mistakes.

Since then I have played around with the spices and I have adjusted the sweetness and after a few chaotic attempts one even involved an exploding hand mixer which you should not ask about this cake finally became a family favorite. Even my aunt, who usually says she does not eat cake, asked for seconds so yes, miracles do happen.

Have you ever had dessert that smells like cozy socks and rainy Sundays? If not, you are about to.
Seriously, this cake is warm and soft and it is lightly spiced with all those cozy chai flavors such as cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves so it really brings the whole comfort parade together. The best part is that it makes your kitchen smell like a café that gives free hugs.

So let’s get into it.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

To make Chai Cake, you’ll need :

• Mixing bowls large and medium
• Whisk or electric mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Rubber spatula
• Sifter optional, but useful for flour and spices
• 9×13-inch baking pan or two 8-inch round pans if you prefer layers
• Oven
• Cooling rack
• Knife or cake server

Tips for Chai Cake :

For a healthier twist, you can replace half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.

Make it dairy-free by using almond milk and dairy-free butter.

Always let the cake cool before frosting, or the glaze will melt and slide off.

Dust the cake with powdered sugar if you don’t want to make frosting it looks beautiful and tastes delicious.

What to Eat with Chai Cake ??

I love having a slice of chai cake with a ice cup coffee it’s such a cozy combination, especially on mornings. Sometimes I drizzle it with a little honey or serve it with whipped cream for extra sweetness.

While my husband likes pairing it with a refreshing drink when the weather is warmer. If you enjoy spiced cakes like this, you’ll also love my Neapolitan Cake it’s colorful, fun, and perfect for celebrations.

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Ingredients :

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• ½ teaspoon ground ginger
• ½ teaspoon nutmeg
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk or buttermilk for extra richness
• Optional frosting cream cheese glaze
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How to Make Chai Cake ?

Step 1

The first thing you need to Prepare Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking pan and lightly dust with flour or line with parchment paper then Mix dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. This ensures all the spices are evenly blended throughout the cake.

Step 2

Cream the butter and sugars. In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or whisk if you don’t have one to beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy and light. This step helps make the cake tender and airy and add eggs and vanilla. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 3

Combine wet and dry ingredients. Slowly add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Mix gently until everything is combined don’t overmix, or your cake might become dense then bake the cake. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula. Bake for about 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 4

Finally,Cool and frost. Allow the cake to cool on a wire rack before adding the optional cream cheese glaze. To make the glaze, whisk cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cake.

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