Chai Spice Mix:

8 tsp ground cinnamon

4 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp ground cardamom

1 tsp freshly grated nutmeg

1 tsp allspice

1 tsp ground cloves

¼ tsp ground black pepper

⅔ cup granulated sugar

Pumpkin Chai Cupcakes:

1 cup melted coconut oil (or melted butter/canola oil)

1 ½ cups packed dark brown sugar

2 tbsp vanilla extract

4 large eggs (room temperature)

3 cups pumpkin purée

3 cups all-purpose flour

2 ½ tsp baking powder

1 tsp baking soda

1 ½ tsp kosher salt

4 tsp of the prepared chai spice mix

Brown Sugar Frosting:

16 tbsp (2 sticks) salted butter, room temp

½ cup heavy cream

1 cup packed dark brown sugar

4 tsp vanilla extract

½ tsp cinnamon

3 cups powdered sugar