Description
Soft, warm, and perfectly spiced, these Vegan Chai Cookies are infused with cozy chai flavors and make the perfect fall or winter treat. They’re dairy-free, egg-free, and incredibly easy to make, featuring a blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom for a comforting and flavorful cookie experience.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup coconut oil (soft, not melted) or vegan butter
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Chai Spice Blend
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cardamom
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- Optional: ⅛ tsp black pepper (for a traditional chai kick)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Prepare Flax Egg: In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens to form a flax egg, which acts as an egg substitute in the recipe.
- Cream Oils and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened coconut oil or vegan butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Flax Egg and Vanilla: Mix the prepared flax egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the creamed sugar and coconut oil mixture, stirring well to incorporate all ingredients.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and all the chai spices including cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, cloves, and optional black pepper to evenly distribute the spices.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture and stir until a dough forms, making sure it is well combined but not over-mixed.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop 1 to 2 tablespoons of dough at a time, roll into balls, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten each cookie ball to shape them evenly.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- For an extra chai flavor, roll cookie dough balls in cinnamon sugar before baking to add an extra layer of sweetness and spice.
- Add ½ cup dairy-free white chocolate chips to the dough for a sweeter, creamier variation.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze them for up to 2 months for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
