Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting, a perfect fall treat that beautifully combines aromatic chai spices with the warm richness of pumpkin. These moist cupcakes are topped with a creamy, luscious frosting that adds just the right amount of sweetness. Ideal for autumn gatherings, cozy evenings at home, or festive celebrations, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. Easy to prepare and bursting with seasonal flavors, these cupcakes embody the essence of fall in every bite.
Ingredients
- 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
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground spices for the chai blend.
- In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and half of the spice blend to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared cups and bake for 18–22 minutes until set. Cool completely.
- For frosting, melt butter with cream and brown sugar in a saucepan; cool before adding remaining ingredients.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fall Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Customize by adding chocolate chips or nuts if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.