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Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies

Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies for Cozy Moments at Home

These Vanilla Chai Shortbread Cookies blend buttery richness with chai spices for a warm treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Chai Spice Blend adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts like pecans or walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon Citrus Zest lemon or orange

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract and chai spice blend until evenly distributed.
  4. Add all-purpose flour and a pinch of salt, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. Scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart, and flatten gently.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden and centers are pale. Let them cool on the sheets for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat at 300°F for 5 minutes if desired.

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