Chai Spiced Cookie (Vegan)

Chai Spiced Cookie (Vegan)

7th Oct 2024

Here’s a recipe for delicious Vegan Chai-Spiced Sugar Cookies! These cookies are soft, perfectly spiced with chai flavors, and 100% plant-based.

Ingredients:

For the cookies:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • 2 teaspoon Leely Chai Baking Spice
  • 1 cup vegan butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (optional for extra richness)
  • 2 tbsp non-dairy milk (such as almond, soy, or oat milk)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (this helps bind the dough)

For the spiced sugar coating:

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare Dry Ingredients for the cookies:

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, Leely Chai Baking Spice. Set aside.

3. Cream the Butter and Sugar:

In a large bowl, cream together the vegan butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar (if using) using an electric mixer or by hand until light and fluffy.

4. Add Wet Ingredients:

Add the non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar to the butter mixture and mix until combined.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. The dough should be soft but not sticky. If it's too sticky, add a little more flour (1 tbsp at a time).

6. Chill the Dough:

Chill the dough in the fridge for about 30 minutes. This helps the cookies hold their shape during baking.

7. Prepare the Spiced Sugar Coating:

In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and Leely Chai Baking Spice for the coating.

8. Shape and Coat the Cookies:

Once the dough is chilled, roll it into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the spiced sugar coating, making sure they’re fully coated.

9. Bake the Cookies:

Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Slightly flatten each ball with the back of a spoon or the palm of your hand. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.

10. Cool and Serve:

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

These cookies are perfect for cozy days with a cup of chai!

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