Delicious Homemade Chai Cupcakes Recipe

Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of chai with these delectable cupcakes. Made with a blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger, these cupcakes are perfect for tea time or as a sweet treat any time of day. The creamy frosting adds the perfect finishing touch to these moist and flavorful cupcakes.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup brewed chai tea, cooled

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
6. Stir in the brewed chai tea until combined.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with your favorite chai flavored frosting and enjoy!

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