Description
This Chai Spice Cake is a deliciously spiced dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The warm flavors of cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom, and nutmeg come together beautifully in this moist and flavorful cake. Topped with a rich and nutty brown butter frosting, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the buttermilk, mixing just until incorporated.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes