Freshly baked chai cookies with spices and a delicious aroma

Chai Cookies

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why make this recipe

Chai cookies are a delightful treat that blend the warm, cozy flavors of chai tea with the comfort of freshly baked cookies. They are perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying with a cup of tea. The unique blend of spices makes these cookies stand out, offering a comforting taste that takes you to a warm café atmosphere, right at home. Plus, they are simple to make and deliciously satisfying!

how to make Chai Cookies

Ingredients:

  • 18 TBSP Unsalted butter (1 cup plus 2 tbsp)
  • 2 2/3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 TBSP Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp Cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cloves
  • 1 1/2 cups White granulated sugar
  • 2 Large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup White granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon (for rolling)
  • 1/2 tsp Ground ginger (for rolling)
  • 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg (for rolling)
  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom (for rolling)
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cloves (for rolling)

Directions:

  1. In a large frying pan, melt the butter. Once melted, let it cook until the milk solids separate and turn amber. Watch it closely during this process!
  2. Pour the melted butter into a bowl and let it cool for about 40 minutes. You can speed this up by placing it in the fridge and stirring every 10 minutes until cooled.
  3. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, and cloves. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled brown butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk until well mixed.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Use a rubber spatula to mix until everything is combined into a thick dough.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes to prevent spreading while baking.
  8. In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, and cloves for rolling.
  9. Use a cookie scoop to scoop the dough and roll each ball in the chai sugar mixture.
  10. Place 6 cookie dough balls on each cookie sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  11. Let the cookies sit on the hot pan for 6 minutes before rolling the tops in the chai sugar again. Move them to a wire rack to cool completely.

how to serve Chai Cookies

Chai cookies are best served warm, but they taste great at room temperature too. You can enjoy them as a snack or dessert. Pair them with a cup of hot chai or your favorite tea to enhance the flavors. They also make a lovely gift when packaged in a decorative box.

how to store Chai Cookies

To store your chai cookies, allow them to cool completely, then place them in an airtight container. They will stay fresh for about a week at room temperature. For longer storage, you can freeze the cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer them to a resealable plastic bag or container. They can be frozen for up to three months.

tips to make Chai Cookies

  • Ensure your butter is fully cooled before mixing it in, as this will prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Measure your flour correctly by scooping it into the measuring cup and leveling it off, rather than packing it down.
  • Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences—add more cinnamon or omit any spice you may not enjoy as much.

variation

You can make these cookies even more unique by adding chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits like raisins or cranberries. You can also try using whole wheat flour for a healthier twist!

FAQs

  1. Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
    Yes, but if you do, you may want to reduce the added salt in the recipe to avoid overly salty cookies.

  2. What should I do if my dough is too sticky?
    If the dough feels too sticky, you can add a bit more flour, a tablespoon at a time, until it reaches a manageable consistency.

  3. Can I make these cookies vegan?
    Yes! You can replace the butter with a vegan butter alternative and use flax eggs (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons water) in place of eggs.

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Chai Cookies

  • Author: majestyrecipes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

Delicious cookies that blend the warm, cozy flavors of chai tea with the comfort of freshly baked treats, perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying with tea.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 18 TBSP Unsalted butter (1 cup plus 2 tbsp)
  • 2 2/3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 TBSP Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp Cardamom
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cloves
  • 1 1/2 cups White granulated sugar
  • 2 Large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup White granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon (for rolling)
  • 1/2 tsp Ground ginger (for rolling)
  • 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg (for rolling)
  • 1/4 tsp Cardamom (for rolling)
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cloves (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. In a large frying pan, melt the butter. Cook until milk solids separate and turn amber.
  2. Pour the melted butter into a bowl and let it cool for about 40 minutes.
  3. Sift together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, and cloves in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled brown butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk until well mixed.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined into a thick dough.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃) and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
  8. Mix together sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, and cloves for rolling.
  9. Use a cookie scoop to roll each ball of dough in the chai sugar mixture.
  10. Place 6 cookie dough balls on each cookie sheet and bake for 13-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  11. Let cookies sit on the hot pan for 6 minutes before rolling tops in chai sugar again. Move to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a unique twist, add chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.

  • Prep Time: 40 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: chai, cookies, dessert, baking, spices, tea

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