Easy Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies Recipe
These Easy Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies are delicate, buttery treats infused with the warm and aromatic flavors of chai spices and vanilla. Perfect for tea time or a comforting snack, these cookies boast a tender crumb and a subtle spice kick that pairs beautifully with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp chai spice blend (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves)
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth, fluffy, and well combined, which will create a light texture in the cookies.
- Add Flavorings: Mix in the vanilla extract and chai spice blend thoroughly until the mixture evenly incorporates the warm spices and vanilla aroma.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt into the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to form a soft dough without overworking it.
- Form Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets, allowing room for slight spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, indicating they are perfectly baked and have a crumbly texture.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter to ensure easy creaming with the sugars for a smooth dough.
- Chai spice blend can be adjusted to taste or substituted with pre-mixed chai seasoning available at stores.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- For a firmer cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- These cookies pair excellently with hot tea, especially chai or black tea.
Keywords: Vanilla Chai Cookies, Shortbread Cookies, Chai Spice, Easy Cookie Recipe, Tea Time Snacks
