Description

Chai cookies are a warm and inviting treat that perfectly marries the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter with the aromatic spices of chai. These delightful cookies are ideal for cozy gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply enjoying during a quiet afternoon with your favorite beverage. Their soft centers and slightly crispy edges make each bite a satisfying experience, while a dusting of chai sugar gives them an elegant touch. Whether shared with friends or savored alone, these cookies are sure to impress and warm hearts.

Ingredients

Unsalted butter
All-purpose flour
Cornstarch
Baking soda
Ground spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, cloves)
White granulated sugar
Eggs
Pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Melt 18 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a frying pan over medium heat until golden brown. Allow it to cool for about 40 minutes.
In a bowl, sift together 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon salt, and spices (2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ginger, 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon cardamom, 1/4 teaspoon cloves).
In another bowl, whisk together the cooled butter with 1 1/2 cups sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula until just combined.
Chill the dough for about 10 minutes while preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining cookie sheets with parchment paper.
Roll dough into balls and coat them in chai sugar made from mixing sugar with ground spices.
Bake for 13–15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool on the pan for six minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 25mg