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Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting

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Savor the delightful taste of autumn with these Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes topped with a luscious Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting. Perfect for cozy gatherings or festive celebrations, these cupcakes combine the warm essence of chai spices and rich pumpkin flavor in every bite. The smooth frosting adds an irresistible sweetness that makes them a standout treat for any occasion. With easy-to-follow instructions and accessible ingredients, bakers of all levels can enjoy creating these delectable delights.

Ingredients

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  • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoon 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

  1. Prepare the chai spice blend by mixing ground spices in a bowl.
  2. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  3. In a mixer, combine melted coconut oil, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, and pumpkin puree until smooth.
  4. Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and half of the spice blend to the wet mixture; blend until no lumps remain.
  5. Fill cupcake liners evenly with batter and bake for 18-22 minutes until set.
  6. For frosting, melt butter, heavy cream, and dark brown sugar in a saucepan; cool before mixing in remaining ingredients.
  7. Frost cooled cupcakes generously and sprinkle with reserved chai sugar mix.

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