Chai Spiced Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

Preparation of the Chai Spiced Cake Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and all the ground spices (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg). In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, mixing until just combined. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.

Baking the Chai Spiced Cake Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Preparation of the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon, and beat until light and fluffy.

Assembling the Cake Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of the cinnamon cream cheese frosting on top. Place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides with the remaining frosting. Serve and enjoy!