Name: Taylor Swift’s Chai Sugar Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 1 h 28 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature); 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1 large egg; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 2 pinches kosher salt; Crushed leaves from 1 chai tea bag; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1-3 tablespoons eggnog

Introduction

Taylor Swift’s Chai Sugar Cookies combine warm chai spices with a tender, buttery texture, making them a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These cookies are finished with a spiced eggnog glaze that adds a festive touch. Easy to make and utterly delicious, they’re sure to become a favorite in your baking rotation.

A white oval plate holds a pile of round cookies, each with one layer and topped with a creamy, light beige icing sprinkled lightly with cinnamon or spice. The cookies are golden brown with a slightly rough texture around the edges, and the icing covers roughly half to most of each cookie, dripping slightly over the sides. The plate sits on a white marbled surface next to a light cream-colored cloth with a subtle gold pattern. Some broken cookie pieces are scattered around the plate, and two small glass spice jars with brown powder are placed nearby. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup powdered sugar

1 large egg

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

2 pinches kosher salt

Crushed leaves from 1 chai tea bag

1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (for icing)

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for icing)

1-3 tablespoons eggnog (for icing)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Add the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar, and continue beating until well combined and smooth.

Step 2: Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated into the butter and sugar mixture.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, kosher salt, and crushed chai tea leaves.

Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing for tender cookies.

Step 5: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.

Step 6: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Step 7: Roll the chilled dough into small balls and place them on the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with your hand or the bottom of a glass.

Step 8: Bake for 10-13 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9: To make the glaze, mix 1 cup powdered sugar with nutmeg, cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of eggnog. Add more eggnog, a little at a time, until you achieve a spreadable consistency.

Step 10: Drizzle the spiced eggnog glaze over the cooled cookies and allow it to set before serving.

FAQs

Can I use black tea leaves instead of chai tea?

Yes, you can substitute crushed black tea leaves, but the cookies will have less of the warm spice flavor that chai provides. To mimic chai, consider adding cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger to the dry mix.

What if I don’t have eggnog for the glaze?

If eggnog isn’t available, you can use milk, cream, or even a flavored coffee creamer as a substitute. Adjust the quantity to reach the desired glaze consistency.