Vanilla Chai Cake
Vanilla Chai Cake is a delightful blend of warm chai spices and sweet vanilla, creating a comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Each fluffy slice invites you to savor the moment, making it an ideal treat for gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. With its stunning appearance and irresistible aroma, this cake will surely impress your guests while being easy enough for bakers of all skill levels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture while gently mixing until just combined—avoid overmixing for a light texture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Frost with your favorite vanilla frosting or dust with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg