Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes topped with creamy Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting. These delightful treats combine the rich essence of pumpkin with aromatic chai spices, making them a perfect addition to any autumn gathering or festive celebration. Each cupcake is moist and flavorful, enhanced by a sweet, spiced frosting that will surely impress your guests. Easy to make, these cupcakes are not just for special occasions; they are ideal for those simple family nights when you crave something sweet and comforting.
Ingredients
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- 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
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Chai spice blend (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, all-spice, cloves, black pepper)
- For frosting: salted butter, heavy cream, dark brown sugar, powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix the chai spices and set aside half for topping.
- In a mixer bowl, combine melted coconut oil, dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, and pumpkin puree until well blended.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and reserved chai spice blend; mix until smooth.
- Pour batter into liners and bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting: melt butter with heavy cream and brown sugar in a saucepan; let cool before mixing in remaining ingredients.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and sprinkle with reserved chai spice mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg