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Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting

Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting
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Indulge in the warm and cozy flavors of fall with these Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Latte Cupcakes topped with Cinnamon Brown Sugar Frosting. These delightful cupcakes blend the rich essence of pumpkin with aromatic chai spices, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re sharing them at a family gathering or enjoying one with your favorite hot beverage, these cupcakes are sure to bring smiles all around. Simple to make and utterly delicious, they capture the spirit of autumn in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons 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. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line cupcake pans with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix all spices together; set aside half for topping.
  3. In a mixer, combine melted coconut oil, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, and pumpkin until smooth.
  4. Gradually add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and the remaining spice mix; mix until just combined.
  5. Divide batter into cupcake molds and bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For frosting, melt butter with heavy cream and brown sugar until dissolved; cool before mixing in remaining ingredients.
  7. Frost cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with reserved chai sugar.

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