Taylor Swift Chai Cookies
Warm and comforting chai-spiced cookies that are soft and chewy, inspired by Taylor Swift's love for this flavor profile.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour Spoon into the measuring cup for accuracy.
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 0.5 tsp ground cloves
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature butter for best texture.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs Adds moisture and helps binding.
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped nuts Such as walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips Optional for extra sweetness.
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, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and spices. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, blending until just combined.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips.
Baking
- Using a cookie scoop, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain slightly soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5-7 days. For longer storage, freeze individually wrapped cookies for up to three months.