1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
3 large eggs
1 cup milk
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp chai spice mix (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves)
½ tsp salt
Preheat your oven: Set it to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, chai spice mix, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3-5 minutes.
Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Make sure the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture and milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve: Slice, serve, and enjoy your delightful chai cake! You can dust it with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
