Dirty Chai Latte Cake Recipe
This Dirty Chai Latte Cake is a deliciously spiced dessert combining the warm flavors of chai spices with the bold kick of espresso. Perfect for chai and coffee lovers alike, this cake is moist, flavorful, and topped with a creamy frosting to enhance its rich taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons chai spice mix (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, nutmeg)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 shots (about 2 ounces) freshly brewed espresso
Frosting (Optional)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons brewed espresso, cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and chai spice mix until well combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and espresso until smooth and fully combined.
- Combine Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare the Frosting (Optional): Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, espresso, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Beat until light and fluffy.
- Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cooled, spread the frosting evenly over the top and sides using a spatula.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the cake and serve with your favorite chai latte or coffee for the perfect pairing.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of chai spices according to your taste preference.
- If you prefer a stronger coffee flavor, increase the espresso to 3 shots.
- This cake stores well at room temperature for up to 3 days or can be refrigerated for up to a week.
- For a gluten-free version, use a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.
- Make sure the cake is completely cool before frosting to prevent melting.
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