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Brown Sugar Chai Cake

Brown Sugar Chai Cake

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Indulge in the warm and inviting flavors of Brown Sugar Chai Cake, a delightful dessert that beautifully marries the richness of brown sugar with aromatic chai spices. This cake, featuring two moist layers blanketed in creamy frosting, is not just a feast for the palate but also a visual treat. Ideal for celebrations or quiet afternoons, it fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that will have friends and family clamoring for seconds. With straightforward preparation steps, this recipe is accessible for bakers of all levels, ensuring a successful outcome every time. Elevate your next gathering with this comforting and delicious cake that promises to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 390 g all-purpose flour
  • 320 g dark brown sugar
  • 140 g unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 283 g whole milk (room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • A blend of spices: cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, allspice, nutmeg, cloves
  • Cream cheese frosting made with unsalted butter and powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F (175C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and spices. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter until creamy; add brown sugar and mix until fluffy. Incorporate oil and milk; add eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just incorporated.
  5. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for about 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely.
  7. For frosting: Beat butter until smooth; add cream cheese and mix until combined. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.
  8. Frost cooled cake layers as desired.

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