Get ready to shake it off in the kitchen with Taylor Swift's Chai Sugar Cookies and Eggnog Icing on top. Perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or as a sweet treat while listening to your favorite Taylor Swift songs.
Part of what really sets these cookies apart is the eggnog icing. It's a creamy, sweet topping made with real eggnog (or flavoring), adding a festive touch to each bite. The combination of the spicy chai cookies and the rich eggnog icing makes for a treat that's both comforting and unique.
In the summertime I am not going to find real eggnog. I found the way around this, is to order Eggnog extract/flavoring. I was pleasantly surprised how much this flavoring smells exactly like eggnog!
These chai cookies are super easy to make and are perfect for sharing with friends and family. Whether you're a Swiftie or just love trying new recipes, her Chai Sugar Cookies with Eggnog Icing are sure to become a holiday favorite. Enjoy them with a cup of tea or coffee, or even a glass of eggnog for the ultimate festive experience!
Try some of our other cookie recipes: Matcha Green Tea Cookies, Soft Peanut Butter Cookies, Copycat Lofthouse Cookies, or Ginger Molasses Cookies.
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Ingredients for Taylor Swift Chai Cookies
- unsalted butter
- vegetable or canola oil
- granulated sugar
- powdered sugar
- egg
- vanilla extract
- all purpose flour
- baking soda
- salt
- chai tea bag
- powdered sugar
- milk
- cinnamon
- nutmeg
- eggnog or eggnog extract/flavoring
FAQs
These are delicious sugar cookies infused with warm chai spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger, topped with a festive eggnog-flavored icing. They are perfect for the holiday season or any time you want a cozy, spiced treat.
Yes, you can freeze the cookies. Freeze them unfrosted in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw them at room temperature and add the icing before serving.
Yes, you can make the dough ahead of time. Refrigerate the dough for up to 2 days or freeze it for up to 2 months. If frozen, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before baking.
These cookies pair wonderfully with a cup of tea, coffee, hot chocolate, or even a glass of eggnog for an extra festive touch.
Top Tips
- Make sure that your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start. This helps them to blend more smoothly into the dough, resulting in a more uniform texture.
- When combining the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients, mix until just combined. Overmixing can result in tough cookies.
- Before baking, gently flatten the dough balls with the bottom of a glass or your hand. This helps the cookies spread evenly and creates a nice surface for the icing.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before adding the icing. This prevents the icing from melting and sliding off the cookies.
- If the eggnog icing is too thick, add a little more eggnog, a teaspoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar. The icing should be thick enough to stay on the cookies but still easy to spread or drizzle.
- Feel free to sprinkle a little ground nutmeg or cinnamon on top of the icing for extra flavor and a festive touch. You can also add holiday-themed sprinkles for a fun look.
- Store the iced cookies in a single layer in an airtight container, or place parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking. They can be kept at room temperature for up to a week.
How to make Taylor Swift’s Chai Sugar Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large bowl or bowl of a stand mixer bowl, beat butter and oil, about 1 minute on medium speed. Beat in powdered sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, until well incorporated. Using a rubber spatula, scrape down the sides of the bowl, as needed.
- Add flour, salt, baking soda, and cut open one packet of chai tea, pouring in the dry contents. Mix until you see no dry flour, do not overmix. This will be a very soft dough. Cover and chill for 1 hour so it is easier to handle.
- Scoop the dough into 1-2 tablespoon sized balls. Roll into extra granulated sugar or sprinkle sugar on top. Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should still be soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, eggnog or eggnog flavoring, milk, and vanilla extract (if using) until smooth. The icing should be thick but spreadable. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar or eggnog/milk as needed.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or drizzle the eggnog icing over the tops. Allow the icing to set before serving or storing the cookies. This usually takes about 20-30 minutes. Enjoy!
Taylor Swift Chai Sugar Cookies
Ingredients
Chai Sugar Cookies
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- ½ cup vegetable or canola
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg, room temperature
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 chai tea bag
Eggnog Frosting
- 1-1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoon eggnog or milk
- 1-2 teaspoon eggnog extract/flavoring
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Chai Sugar Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large bowl or bowl of a stand mixer bowl, beat butter and oil, about 1 minute on medium speed. Beat in powdered sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, until well incorporated. Using a rubber spatula, scrape down the sides of the bowl, as needed.
- Add flour, salt, baking soda, and open one chai tea bag, pouring in the dry tea. Mix until you see no dry flour, do not overmix. The cookie dough will be soft. Cover and chill for 1 hour so it is easier to handle.
- Scoop the dough into 1-2 tablespoon sized balls. Roll into extra granulated sugar or sprinkle sugar on top. Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 9-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should still be soft. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Eggnog Frosting
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, eggnog or eggnog flavoring, milk, and vanilla extract (if using) until smooth. The icing should be thick but spreadable. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar or eggnog/milk as needed.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or drizzle the eggnog icing over the tops. Allow the icing to set before serving or storing the cookies. This usually takes about 20-30 minutes. Enjoy!
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