To create a Chai Latte Cake for a gathering of 50 people, you’ll want to bake a cake that captures the warm, aromatic spices of a chai latte. This recipe includes a blend of traditional chai spices and is paired with a creamy frosting, making it a delightful treat.

Ingredients

• 450g all-purpose flour
• 400g granulated sugar
• 250g unsalted butter, softened
• 360ml milk
• 4 large eggs
• 3 tbsp chai spice mix (blend of ground cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg)
• 15g baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Chai Spice Mix (you can adjust proportions to taste):

• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tsp ground cardamom
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cloves
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 300g cream cheese, softened
• 150g unsalted butter, softened
• 500g powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp chai spice mix

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans:

• Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
• Grease and flour two large 9×13 inch cake pans.

1. Mix Dry Ingredients:

• In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, chai spice mix, and salt.

1. Cream Butter and Sugar:

• In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.

1. Add Eggs:

• Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.

1. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

• Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the creamed mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined but do not overmix.

1. Bake:

• Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

1. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting:

• Beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
• Gradually add powdered sugar and continue beating until creamy.
• Mix in vanilla extract and chai spice mix for extra flavor.

1. Cool and Frost:

• Allow the cakes to cool completely in the pans on a wire rack.
• Once cooled, frost one layer, then place the second layer on top and continue frosting the top and sides of the cake.

1. Serve:
   • Cut into pieces ensuring each guest gets a slice. For 50 servings, consider cutting each 9×13 inch cake into 25 pieces.

This Chai Latte Cake offers a flavorful and aromatic dessert option perfect for large gatherings or special occasions, especially during cooler seasons when the warmth of chai spices can be particularly comforting.