Vanilla Chai Cupcakes: Indulgent Treats for Cozy Evenings
Indulge in the warm and comforting flavors of vanilla and chai with these delightful cupcakes, perfect for cozy evenings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the lined cupcake pan, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For an extra touch, consider frosting with vanilla or chai flavored icing.
- These cupcakes pair beautifully with a cup of chai tea.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Vanilla Chai Cupcakes, cozy desserts, chai treats