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Chai Cake

Chai Cake
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Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Chai Cake, a moist and flavorful treat that perfectly blends warm spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger. Topped with a rich brown sugar cream cheese frosting, this cake is ideal for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to cozy afternoon gatherings. Its inviting aroma and impressive presentation make it a true showstopper on any dessert table. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this comforting spiced layer cake that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 180 g butter (room temperature)
  • 150 g granulated sugar
  • 150 g dark brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 330 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp ground cardamom
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp ground allspice
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 3/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 240 g sour cream (room temperature)
  • 60 g vegetable oil (e.g. canola oil)
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 200 g cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 280 g powdered sugar
  • 30 g dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
  3. Beat butter with granulated and dark brown sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
  4. Mix in sour cream and vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Divide batter between pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  8. Prepare frosting by beating together butter and cream cheese until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and dark brown sugar until smooth.
  9. Once cakes are completely cool, spread frosting between layers first before covering the top and sides of the cake.

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