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A stack of sugar cookies on a piece of burlap, with a few scattered around, exudes warmth. The golden-brown treats boast a slightly textured surface, surrounded by cinnamon sticks and a hint of chai in the rustic backdrop.
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Icebox Masala Chai Cookies Recipe

Indulge in fall flavors with homemade Masala Chai Cookies infused with warm spices. These icebox cookies are perfect for the holidays or cozy days.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time13 minutes
Chilling Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 23 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 70kcal
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

  • 1 cup 2 sticks butter, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger
  • Dash -1/8 teaspoon of ground cloves
  • Dash of finely ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla. With mixer on low, add flour and spices through black pepper; mix just until combined. Wrap in wax paper; chill until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Unwrap the chilled log and place it on a cutting board. Using a serrated knife, slice it into rounds about 1/4-inch thick.
  • Place rounds on parchment-lined baking sheets, 1 inch apart. Bake until pale golden, 13 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 16mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg