Chai Spiced Cookies
These Chai Spiced Cookies are soft, chewy, and filled with the cozy flavors of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and cloves. Inspired by a warm cup of chai tea, they’re the perfect fall or holiday treat—easy to make, beautifully spiced, and ideal for gifting or sharing with family.
Ingredients
For the Chai Spice Mix:
- 3 tablespoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Cookies:
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chai spice mix
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Coating:
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons chai spice mix
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix all chai spice ingredients. Store leftover spice mix in an airtight container.
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla. Mix until combined, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and 2 tablespoons of the chai spice mix. Mix until fully incorporated. Dough will be sticky.
- In another small bowl, mix the sugar and chai spice for coating.
- Scoop dough into golf ball-sized portions and roll in the sugar coating. Place on prepared baking sheets, leaving about 3 inches between each.
- Sprinkle extra coating on top of each cookie for added flavor.
- Bake for 10 minutes, or until edges are set and lightly browned and centers are no longer glossy.
- Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.