Description
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with these delightful Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes topped with luscious Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting. Each cupcake is a perfect blend of rich pumpkin puree and aromatic chai spices, making them an irresistible treat for any fall gathering. The moist texture and inviting flavors will transport you to cozy evenings by the fireplace. Whether you’re hosting a festive celebration or simply craving something sweet, these cupcakes are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth!
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 (or melted canola 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 (for frosting)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (for frosting)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, mix the spices: cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, all-spice, cloves, and black pepper; set aside half for topping.
- In a stand mixer, combine melted coconut oil, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, and pumpkin until well blended.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and remaining spice mix; mix until smooth.
- Fill cupcake liners with batter and bake for 18-22 minutes until set; cool completely.
- For frosting, melt butter with heavy cream and brown sugar in a saucepan; let cool before mixing with vanilla extract and powdered sugar.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and sprinkle with reserved spice mix.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg