Chai Tea Mini Biscuits

Infused with the warm, aromatic spices of chai, these Chai Tea Mini Biscuits are a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Featuring a blend of cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and cloves, these tender, buttery biscuits capture the cozy essence of a steaming cup of chai. The dough is enriched with black tea-infused milk and a hint of vanilla, adding depth and flavor to every bite. Perfectly bite-sized and ready in under 30 minutes, these mini biscuits are ideal for brunch spreads, afternoon tea, or as a snack alongside your favorite chai latte. Serve them warm with a drizzle of honey or a pat of butter for an irresistible treat that’s both comforting and unique.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
• 0.75 cup Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Black tea (loose leaf or 1 teabag)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt. Whisk well to distribute the spices evenly.

Step 3

Add the chilled, cubed butter to the dry mixture and cut it in using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.

Step 5

Remove from the heat and steep the black tea in the warm milk for 5 minutes. If using a tea bag, remove and discard the bag after steeping. If using loose leaf tea, strain the milk to remove the tea leaves.

Step 6

Let the tea-infused milk cool slightly, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 7

Gradually pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a fork until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 8

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it 2-3 times to bring it together. Pat it out into a 1/2-inch thick rectangle.

Step 9

Using a 1.5-inch biscuit cutter, cut out mini biscuits and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.

Step 10

Re-roll the scraps and cut out more biscuits until all the dough is used.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the biscuits cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy warm with butter, honey, or your favorite chai tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(594.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1973.5

Total Fat 104.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 280.3mg	0%
Sodium 2029.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 32.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80.5IU	0%
Calcium 317.6mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 663.4mg	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: 47.5%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 46.1%