Description
Brown Butter Chai Spiced Cookies are a delightful blend of nutty brown butter and warm chai spices, perfect for cozy gatherings or indulgent afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp chai spice blend (cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until foamy. Stir continuously for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and nutty in aroma. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Mix the Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, combine the browned butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar. Beat until creamy using an electric mixer or whisk.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract into the mixture. Mix well until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and chai spice blend. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Chill Dough: Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour (or overnight for best results).
- Bake Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart. Bake for about 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
- Cool and Enjoy: Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider incorporating dark chocolate chunks or nuts. Adjust spices to taste; increase cinnamon or cardamom for a stronger chai flavor.