Description
The Pumpkin & Chai Spiced Loaf Cake is a moist, aromatic cake that combines the sweet, rich flavor of pumpkin with the cozy, warm spices of chai. This recipe takes full advantage of autumn’s favorite flavors: cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg, which give the cake a spiced kick that pairs perfectly with a cup of chai or coffee. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe is easy to follow and results in a delectable treat that everyone will enjoy. The added bonus of a chai glaze makes it even more indulgent!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground ginger
½ tsp ground cardamom
¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
(or use 2½ tsp chai spice blend if you have it)
Wet Ingredients
1 cup (230 g) pumpkin purée (not pie filling)
¾ cup (150 g) brown sugar
½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup (60 ml) milk or plant milk
Optional Add-Ins
½ cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
½ cup chocolate chips or dried fruit
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together:
flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and all spices. Set aside.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together:
pumpkin purée, brown sugar, oil, eggs, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
4. Combine
Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
Stir in nuts, chocolate chips, or fruit if using.
(Don’t overmix—this keeps the loaf tender!)
5. Bake
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
Notes
A cozy autumn treat, this loaf blends warm chai spices with sweet pumpkin for a fragrant, moist cake. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon tea, or as a comforting dessert with a cup of coffee.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Loaf Cake
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion / Autumnal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: Moderate
Keywords: Pumpkin loaf cake, Chai spiced loaf, Autumn loaf cake, Pumpkin chai cake, Chai spiced pumpkin cake