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Chai Coffee Cake

Chai Coffee Cake: A Spiced Delight for Cozy Moments

Chai Coffee Cake is a delightful dessert that combines traditional chai flavors with a tender cake, perfect for cozy moments.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can be swapped for gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure freshness for best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda cannot substitute directly
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup butter can use vegan butter for dairy-free
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can substitute
  • 2 large eggs use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup whole milk any plant-based milk works
  • 2 bags black tea bags try chai blends for extra flavor
  • 1/4 cup oil melted coconut oil is a good replacement
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract high-quality extract preferred
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar can skip for less sweetness
  • to taste additional spices cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, black pepper or pumpkin pie spice

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Medium Bowl
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Heat 1 cup of whole milk in a small saucepan until boiling, steep with 2 black tea bags for 10 minutes, then cool.
  3. Combine ½ cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl; cut in ¼ cup cold butter until crumbly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. In another bowl, whisk 1 cup sour cream, 2 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and cooled chai-infused milk until smooth.
  6. Gently stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined to form a smooth batter.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the baking pan, sprinkle with half the streusel mixture, add remaining batter, and top with remaining streusel.
  8. Bake for 60-65 minutes until a toothpick comes out mostly clean, then cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  9. Transfer the cake to a wire rack, cool completely, then drizzle with a glaze of powdered sugar and milk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter for a light and fluffy cake. Store leftovers in an airtight container for best freshness.

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