Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons chai tea concentrate or 3 tea bags of chai tea (dissolved in 3 tablespoons hot water)
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar mixture (for topping)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes (including baking time)
- Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes in a preheated oven
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and chai tea concentrate.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Place cookies on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (per cookie, assuming 8 cookies per recipe)
Calories: Approx. 250 calories per cookie (depending on the exact ingredients used)
Fat: Approx. 14g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 30g
Protein: Approx. 3g
(Note: The nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of chai tea and snickerdoodle cookies.
- Soft and chewy cookies with a hint of chai spice and cinnamon sugar topping.
- Perfect for tea time or as a dessert with coffee or tea.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The combination of chai and snickerdoodle is unique and delicious."
- "I love how soft and chewy these cookies are. The cinnamon sugar topping is the perfect finishing touch."
- "These cookies are perfect for a winter afternoon with a cup of coffee or tea."
- "The recipe is easy to follow and the cookies come out perfectly every time."
- "A great dish to make with kids! They love helping with the baking and the final result is always delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter and eggs at room temperature for best results.
- Mix the dough just until combined to avoid over-developing the gluten in the flour, which can make the cookies tough.
- Adjust the baking time slightly depending on your oven or until the cookies are golden brown and cooked through.
