Taylor Swift Chai Cookies
These chai cookies blend warm spices with sweet goodness, perfect for any occasion, whether a cozy gathering or an enjoyable treat with tea.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional) Add for extra texture and flavor.
- ½ cup powdered sugar for dusting (optional) Use for an extra touch of sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy and smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract and continue to mix until fully blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. If using nuts or chocolate chips, fold them into the dough.
Baking
- Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked; that’s okay.
- Remove from oven and cool on baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness if desired.
Notes
To ensure better texture, keep all ingredients at room temperature. Adjust spices according to personal taste for a unique flavor.