For a more intense chai flavor, use a high-quality chai tea with a robust spice blend. Sifting the flour ensures a lighter, more tender cupcake. Do not overmix the batter once the chocolate is added to avoid tough cupcakes. These cupcakes are delicious on their own, but a dusting of cocoa powder or a dollop of whipped cream would make a lovely addition. Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Grownup Chai Chocolate Cupcakes
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS13
Infused with the warm, exotic spices of chai and the deep richness of dark chocolate, these decadent cupcakes offer a sophisticated twist on a classic treat. Forget the frosting; their intensely flavorful crumb is perfect as is, making them an ideal indulgence for any time of day.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate22 g
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Cholesterol62 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat8 g
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Sodium17 mg
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Sugar15 g
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Fat13 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Prepare a muffin tin with 10 paper liners. (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a double boiler over simmering water, gently melt the butter and chopped chocolate, stirring frequently until smooth. Ensure the bottom of the bowl doesn't touch the water. Scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula to prevent burning. (5-10 minutes)
03
StepOpen the chai tea bags and empty the contents into a spice grinder. Grind until a fine powder is achieved. (5-10 seconds)
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StepIn a large bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, sugar, and ground chai powder. Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking until the batter is smooth after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until combined. (5 minutes)
05
StepPour the melted chocolate mixture into the flour mixture, gently stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (2 minutes)
06
StepEvenly distribute the batter among the prepared muffin cups. (3 minutes)
07
StepBake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are glossy with slight cracks, approximately 25 minutes. (25 minutes)
08
StepRemove the cupcakes immediately from the tin and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. (2 minutes)
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Karine Lueilwitz
Jun 26, 2025Easy to follow recipe, and the cupcakes came out moist and delicious!
Gilbert Jaskolski
Jun 19, 2025I loved that they weren't overly sweet. Perfect for an afternoon treat.
Keeley Mills
Jun 9, 2025I added a pinch of salt to the batter and it really enhanced the chocolate flavor.
Sophia Metz
Jun 2, 2025These cupcakes were a hit! The chai flavor is subtle but adds a really nice warmth.