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Chai Cookies

Delicious Chai Cookies for Cozy Moments at Home

These delightful Chai Cookies are perfect for cozy moments, combining sweet and spicy flavors for an irresistible treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 140

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda check for freshness
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup nuts chopped walnuts or pecans
  • 1 cup dried fruits such as raisins or cranberries

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • cookie scoop
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Add eggs one at a time.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until no flour streaks remain.
  5. Portion out the dough and roll it into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on prepared baking sheets.
  6. Bake for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Experiment with your favorite spices or mix-ins for a personalized twist on these cookies.

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