Taylor Swift Chai Cookies (Gabby’s Version)

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup butter (softened)
• 0.33 cup vegetable oil
• 2 tbsp milk
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 1 egg (large)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cup all purpose flour
• 0.5 tsp baking soda
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 2 chai packets (tea leaves removed from packets)
• cinnamon sugar (for rolling)
• 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
• 0.25 tsp nutmeg
• 0.25 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tbsp milk or eggnog

Steps

1. 1

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

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until smooth.

3. 3

   Add the egg, 2 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

4. 4

   Stir in the contents of the 2 chai tea packets directly into the wet ingredients.

5. 5

   Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.

6. 6

   Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.

7. 7

   Scoop the dough into balls, roll them in cinnamon sugar, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

8. 8

   Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are just set; do not overbake. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.

9. 9

   Prepare the icing by whisking together 1 cup of powdered sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of milk or eggnog until smooth.

10. 10

    Drizzle or spread the icing over the cooled cookies and let it set before serving.

Notes

For a more authentic 'Taylor Swift' version, ensure you use real chai tea leaves from a bag rather than a powdered mix. Chilling the dough is recommended to prevent spreading.

Nutrition per serving

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• chai
• fall
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• vegetarian