Title: Heavenly Chai Spice Bread Recipe with an Irresistible Streusel Topping
Introduction
Indulge in the aromatic and flavorful experience of this delectable Chai Spice Bread topped with a crunchy and sweet streusel. This recipe combines the warm and comforting flavors of chai spices with a delightful crumb topping, making it a perfect treat for any time of the day.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and all the chai spices.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Creating the Streusel Topping:
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 2 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
2. Add the cold butter pieces and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the chai spice bread batter in the loaf pan.
4. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve slices of this Chai Spice Bread with Streusel Topping with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a delightful breakfast or snack. The combination of warm chai spices and the sweet crunch of the streusel makes this bread utterly irresistible.
Whether you enjoy it fresh out of the oven or toasted with a smear of butter, this Chai Spice Bread recipe is sure to become a favorite in your baking rotation. Try making this delectable treat and savor the cozy flavors of chai spices in every bite.
