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Chai Latte Cupcakes

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Chai latte cupcakes are warmly spiced and tender, featuring classic chai flavors like cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and cloves. Topped with a creamy frosting, these cozy treats are perfect for fall and festive gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup milk (or chai-infused milk)
  • 8 oz cream cheese or 1/2 cup butter (for frosting)
  • 2–3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. In another bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. For the frosting, beat cream cheese or butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar gradually and vanilla extract. Beat until fluffy.
  9. Frost cooled cupcakes and optionally dust with cinnamon or top with caramel drizzle or chopped pistachios.

Notes

  • Use chai-infused milk or chai concentrate to intensify flavor.
  • Top with caramel drizzle or crushed pistachios for flair.
  • Whipped cream frosting makes a lighter alternative.
  • Store frosted cupcakes in fridge and let them come to room temperature before serving.
  • Freeze unfrosted cupcakes for up to 2 months.

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