Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of fall with these Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes topped with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting. These delightful treats blend the rich essence of pumpkin and aromatic chai spices, creating a comforting dessert perfect for any autumn gathering. With their moist texture and sweet frosting, they are sure to become a seasonal favorite. Whether you’re hosting a family celebration or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes promise to brighten your day.
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
- 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
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake molds with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix together spices. Reserve half for topping.
- In a mixer, combine coconut oil, sugars, vanilla, eggs, and pumpkin until smooth.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and reserved spice mix; mix until combined.
- Divide batter among molds and bake for 18-22 minutes until set; cool completely.
- For frosting: Melt butter with cream and brown sugar in a saucepan; cool briefly before mixing in remaining ingredients.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with reserved spices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg