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
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1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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2 tsp ground cinnamon
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1 tsp ground ginger
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½ tsp ground cardamom
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¼ tsp ground cloves
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¼ tsp ground nutmeg
(or use 2½ tsp chai spice blend if you have it)
Wet Ingredients
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1 cup (230 g) pumpkin purée (not pie filling)
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¾ cup (150 g) brown sugar
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½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¼ cup (60 ml) milk or plant milk
Optional Add-Ins
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½ cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
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½ cup chocolate chips or dried fruit
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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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
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Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
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Stir in nuts, chocolate chips, or fruit if using.
(Don’t overmix—this keeps the loaf tender!)
5. Bake
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Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
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Bake 50–60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
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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