Chai Tea Eggnog Cookies

Recipe Ingredients

Just a few simple ingredients come together to make this Chai Tea Eggnog Cookies recipe.  

Chai Tea: Provides the signature warm, spicy flavor of chai to the cookies. The tea leaves are mixed directly into the dough.

Sugar Cookie Mix: Forms the base of the cookie dough, providing sweetness, structure, and leavening for a consistent and easy baking experience.

Butter: Adds richness, flavor, and tenderness to the cookies. The melted butter helps create a smooth and cohesive dough.

Egg: Binds the ingredients together, adds moisture, and contributes to the cookie's structure and texture.

Eggnog: Infuses the cookies with a festive eggnog flavor and adds moisture to the dough. It's also used in the glaze for extra flavor.

Other Ingredients You’ll Need: Cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, freshly grated nutmeg.  

How to Make Chai Tea Eggnog Cookies

In a few easy steps you can make these Chai Tea Eggnog Cookies.  See the full recipe below for all the details.

1. Prep

Line baking sheets with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze. Don't skip this step!

2. Combine Dry Ingredients

Mix tea leaves and sugar cookie mix. Use a whisk to thoroughly combine the tea leaves and cookie mix. This ensures the chai flavor is evenly distributed throughout the dough.

3. Add Wet Ingredients

Add melted butter (cooled slightly), egg, and 2 tablespoons of the eggnog to the bowl. Make sure the melted butter has cooled slightly so it doesn't cook the egg. Use a mixer or a sturdy spoon to combine the wet and dry ingredients until a smooth dough forms.

4. Shape Cookies

Use a tablespoon or a cookie scoop to ensure uniform cookie size. Drop and flatten dough slightly with the bottom of a glass dipped in cinnamon-sugar.

5. Bake

Keep a close eye on the cookies. They're done when the edges are lightly golden brown. Avoid overbaking, as this will make the cookies dry. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from breaking.

6. Glaze

Whisk powdered sugar, freshly grated nutmeg, and the remaining 2 tablespoons eggnog until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a tiny bit more eggnog (a teaspoon at a time). If it's too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar. Spoon the glaze evenly over each completely cooled cookie. Sprinkle additional grated nutmeg over icing for extra flavor and a festive touch. Allow the glaze to set completely before serving or storing the cookies (about 30 minutes).

How to Store Chai Tea Eggnog Cookies

Follow these tips to store Chai Tea Eggnog Cookies and keep them fresh.

Refrigerator

Store any leftover cookies in an airtight container. If you have a lot of cookies and need to stack them, place a sheet of parchment paper or wax paper between the layers to prevent the glaze from sticking. The cookies will stay fresh for up to 5 days.

Freezer

Freeze baked cookies on a cookie sheet (2-3 hours) before transferring them to a freezer safe container or zip top bag. Cookies will keep for up to 3 months.  Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.