Chai Spiced Sugar Cookies

Infused with the cozy warmth of fragrant spices, these Chai Spiced Sugar Cookies are a flavorful twist on a classic treat. Featuring a delicate blend of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg, every bite captures the essence of chai tea in cookie form. These soft, buttery cookies boast a perfectly tender texture and are irresistibly aromatic, making them a delightful addition to your holiday baking lineup or an everyday indulgence. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe requires just 20 minutes of prep time and yields two dozen cookies—ideal for sharing or savoring alongside a steaming cup of tea or coffee. For an extra touch of sweetness, roll the dough in sugar before baking for a subtle sparkle and satisfying crunch. Perfect for cookie swaps, dessert platters, or as a spiced snack, these chai sugar cookies are sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1.5 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
• 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, scoop out dough and roll into balls. Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 7

Optional: For extra texture and sweetness, gently press the tops of the dough balls into granulated sugar before placing them on the baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are set and just starting to turn golden. The centers will still look slightly underbaked.

Step 9

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve with a warm cup of chai or your favorite hot beverage!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(721.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3158.1

Total Fat 154.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 607.0mg	0%
Sodium 1181.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 413.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 201.0g
Protein 36.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 135.3mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 433.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.7%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 51.8%