Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Vanilla Chai Spice Muffins, perfect for any time of day. These moist and flavorful muffins combine the aromatic spices of chai with classic vanilla for a delightful twist on traditional baked goods. Whether you’re enjoying them fresh out of the oven for breakfast, sharing them at brunch, or savoring them as an afternoon treat, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your household. The simple glaze adds a touch of sweetness, making them not just delicious but visually appealing too. Experience the cozy vibes of chai right from your kitchen with this easy-to-follow recipe.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- For the Crumble Topping: 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- For the Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp whole milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, oil, milk, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and spices; mix until just combined.
- Prepare crumble topping by mixing flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and salt until crumbly.
- Fill muffin tins about two-thirds full with batter; sprinkle crumble topping over each.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk and vanilla until smooth; drizzle over cooled muffins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg