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Brown Sugar Chai Cake

Moist Brown Sugar Chai Cake That'll Melt Your Heart

This Brown Sugar Chai Cake is a delightful blend of tender cake and spiced brown sugar cream cheese frosting, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure; measure accurately.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Crucial leavening agent.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Promotes an even texture.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cardamom Provides chai essence.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Adds zesty touch.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg Enhances aroma.
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Cloves Deepens the chai profile.
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper Adds subtle heat.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds caramel flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Complements brown sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the cake moist.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Ensure they are room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup Applesauce Adds moisture; can substitute with sour cream.
  • 1 cup Milk Moisture source; can use dairy-free.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Must be cold for optimal consistency.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Allow to come to room temperature.
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Sift to avoid lumps.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vegetable oil in a separate bowl before adding eggs.
  4. Gently stir in applesauce and milk to the wet sugar mixture.
  5. Fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-28 minutes.
  7. Prepare the frosting by combining cream cheese, butter, and brown sugar until smooth.
  8. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla to the frosting.
  9. Once the cake has cooled, spread the frosting evenly on top and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover cake in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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