Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes topped with a delightful Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting. These scrumptious cupcakes combine the rich essence of pumpkin and aromatic chai spices, creating a unique dessert perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to festive celebrations. Every bite offers a delightful blend of sweetness and spice, making them an irresistible treat for dessert lovers. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, these cupcakes are sure to impress your guests or brighten up your afternoon.
Ingredients
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- 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon all-spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil (melted butter or canola can be used)
- 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 8 tablespoons salted butter, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix spices (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg) and set aside.
- In a mixer, combine melted coconut oil, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- In another bowl, sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, and half of the spice blend.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until combined.
- Pour batter into liners and bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting: melt butter with cream and dark brown sugar in a saucepan; cool slightly then mix in vanilla extract and powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg