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A stack of perfectly baked chai shortbread cookies on a cooling rack.

Quick way to grow 5 Chai Shortbread Cookies

These chai shortbread cookies are incredibly simple to make and burst with warm, aromatic chai spices, offering a delightful treat for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 5 cookies
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • medium bowl
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • electric mixer (optional)
  • wire rack

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons chai spice blend

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and chai spice blend, then set aside.

Mixing

  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and a dough forms.

Baking

  • Roll the dough into a log, then slice into 5 equal portions and shape each into a thick disk.
  • Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Cooling

  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra touch, dust the cooled cookies with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a light glaze made with powdered sugar and milk.