Chai Spice Cookies: A warm blend of hot flavors and sweetness

These chai spice cookies are the perfect treat for cozy afternoons, offering the warmth and depth of chai tea in cookie form. Infused with the fragrant spices of chai tea, these cookies are soft, chewy, and full of comforting flavors. With a sweet glaze topped with cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite offers the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making these cookies an ideal dessert or snack for fall and winter days.

Why you’ll love this recipe

These chai spice cookies bring the flavors of your favorite chai latte into a soft, buttery, and perfectly spiced cookie. The combination of black tea, cinnamon, and nutmeg creates a warm and inviting flavor, while brown sugar adds a hint of caramel-like sweetness. The frosting gives these cookies an extra layer of sweetness with a hint of chai, making them a perfect companion to your favorite cup of tea or coffee. Plus, the dough can be chilled ahead of time, making it easy to whip up a batch whenever the craving strikes.

Perfect for all occasions

These chai spice cookies are perfect for cozy get-togethers, holiday parties, or as a comforting snack during the colder months. They make a lovely addition to any cookie platter and can easily be wrapped up as a thoughtful homemade gift. Their spicy flavor and soft texture make them a treat for kids and adults alike, and they’re ideal for pairing with a hot beverage or enjoying on their own as a delicious treat.

Decorating Tips

For an extra decorative touch, sprinkle a little cinnamon or nutmeg over the frosting while it’s still wet to give the cookies a festive, spicy look. You can also drizzle the frosting in a zigzag pattern for a fancier look, or top each cookie with a small chai-spiced sugar crystal for a little sparkle. Serve these cookies on a rustic platter or party tray to enhance their warm, homemade look.

Ingredients for cookies:

• 2 bags of spicy chai tea (contents emptied)
• ½ cup (110 g) softened butter
• ⅓ cup (80 g) sunflower oil
• ½ cup (110 g) sugar
• ⅓ cup (50 g) brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
• ¾ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons of milk

For the icing:

• ⅔ cup (80 g) powdered sugar
• 1¼ teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 3 tablespoons of milk

Instructions:

1. Prepare the cookie dough:
   In a large bowl, whisk together softened butter, sunflower oil, sugar, brown sugar, egg and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
2. Add the dry ingredients:
   Gradually add flour, chai tea spices, baking powder and salt. Stir until a soft dough forms. Add milk and continue mixing until well incorporated.
3. Cool the dough:
   Refrigerate the dough for about 1 hour, or for a quicker option, freeze it for 15 minutes. This will firm up the dough, making it easier to handle.
4. Bake the cookies:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Shape the chilled dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
5. Prepare the icing:
   While cookies are cooling, mix together icing sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and milk in a small bowl until smooth and slightly thickened.
6. Decorate the cookies:
   Once cookies are cooled, drizzle or spread frosting over the top of each cookie. Let frosting set before serving.

Enjoy these soft and flavorful chai spice cookies, perfect for any occasion!