Description

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these Vanilla Chai Pumpkin Spice Latte Cupcakes. Each fluffy cupcake is infused with a delightful blend of chai spices and pumpkin puree, crowned with a rich cream cheese frosting that captures the essence of your favorite seasonal latte. Perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home, these treats are sure to impress friends and family alike!

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup pumpkin puree
1 tsp chai spice blend
1 tsp baking powder
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, chai spice blend, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, mix eggs and pumpkin puree until smooth; stir in melted butter and vanilla.
Fold wet ingredients into dry mixture until just combined.
Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full; bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
While cooling, prepare frosting by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. Frost cooled cupcakes.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 200
Sugar: 19g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating chocolate chips or nuts into the batter. If you prefer a fruity twist, substitute pumpkin puree with applesauce. Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.