Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes topped with decadent Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting. Each bite offers a warm blend of spiced pumpkin and aromatic chai that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. These cupcakes are not only easy to make but also visually stunning, making them an excellent choice for any gathering—from festive celebrations to casual afternoon treats. With a moist texture and delightful frosting, they promise to be a favorite among family and friends. Elevate your baking game this season with these irresistible cupcakes that are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups pumpkin puree
- 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 8 tablespoons salted butter (for frosting)
- 1 cup dark brown sugar (for batter and frosting)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a cupcake tray with liners.
- In a bowl, mix the chai spices together and set aside half for topping.
- Combine coconut oil, brown sugar, vanilla, eggs, and pumpkin puree in a mixer; blend until smooth.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and the reserved spice blend; mix until just combined.
- Fill liners with batter and bake for 18-22 minutes until set. Cool completely.
- For frosting, melt butter, heavy cream, and brown sugar in a saucepan; chill before mixing with remaining butter and powdered sugar.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and sprinkle with reserved spice mix.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 255
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 38mg