Chai Tea Chewies
Infused with the comforting warmth of chai spices, these Chai Tea Chewies are the ultimate treat for tea and cookie lovers alike. With aromatic notes of cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom paired with the subtle fragrance of real chai tea leaves, these soft and chewy cookies deliver a rich, spiced flavor in every bite. The recipe comes together effortlessly with a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weekdays or impromptu gatherings. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish, and enjoy these cozy cookies with a hot cup of tea or a latte. Whether you're baking for a cookie exchange or indulging in some self-care, these Chai Tea Chewies will bring a touch of sweetness and spice to your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 Chai tea bags
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cups Brown sugar, packed
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, chai tea leaves (cut open the tea bags and use the contents), cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, beating on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look just set.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and presentation.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.0 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.5 g | 468% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 607 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 1401 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 393.5 g | 143% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 228.4 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 572 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
