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Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies

Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies for a Cozy Baking Day

These Easy Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies combine the warmth of chai with sweet vanilla for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with salted butter, adjust salt
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be a substitute
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar Light or dark works well
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free blend can be used
  • 2 teaspoons Chai Spice Blend Add nutmeg or cloves for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider almond extract for variation

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of unsalted butter with ½ cup of granulated sugar and ½ cup of brown sugar. Blend until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 2 teaspoons of chai spice blend until well combined.
  4. Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt, gently folding until just combined.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, flatten slightly, and leave space between them.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden, then cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For uniform shapes, roll the dough into logs, chill, slice, and bake. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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