Chai Shortbread

Vegetarian
Chai Shortbread
45 min.
36
57kcal

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Chai Shortbread, a delightful treat that perfectly captures the warming essence of traditional chai. These vegetarian shortbread cookies are not only easy to make but also provide a unique twist on the classic recipe, incorporating aromatic spices such as cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, and a hint of freshly ground black pepper. Each buttery bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and spice that is sure to impress friends and family alike.

With a total preparation time of just 45 minutes, you've got a quick and satisfying dessert option that yields 36 perfectly portioned cookies. Each cookie contains only 57 calories, making them a delightful snack or a guilt-free dessert to accompany your favorite cup of tea. The contrasting textures of crumbly shortbread and the rich, creamy butter combined with the subtle spice notes will surely create a sensory experience that transports you to the vibrant streets of India.

This recipe not only allows you to savor a homemade treat but also offers the joy of sharing with loved ones during gatherings, holidays, or simply as a cozy indulgence at home. So gather your kitchen tools and let’s embark on a culinary adventure that captures the essence of comfort and warmth with every bite. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 10 tablespoon butter softened
  • Dash ground cloves 
  • 6.8 ounces flour all-purpose
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cardamom 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • tablespoon ice water 
  • Dash pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.8 cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • blender
  • plastic wrap
  • measuring cup
  • serrated knife

Directions

  1. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
  2. Combine flour and next 5 ingredients (through pepper), stirring well with a whisk.
  3. Place sugar and butter in a medium bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating at low speed just until combined (mixture will appear crumbly).
  4. Sprinkle dough with 1 tablespoon ice water; toss with a fork. Divide dough in half. Shape dough into 2 (6-inch-long) logs; wrap each log in plastic wrap. Chill 1 hour or until very firm.
  5. Preheat oven to 37
  6. Unwrap dough logs. Carefully cut each log into 18 slices using a serrated knife.
  7. Place dough circles 2 inches apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake at 375 for 10 minutes. Cool on pans 5 minutes.
  9. Remove cookies from pans; cool completely on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories57kcal
Protein4.07%
Fat50.19%
Carbs45.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.64
Glycemic Load
2.94
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.93739130509936%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:57.08kcal
2.85%
Fat:3.21g
4.94%
Saturated Fat:2.01g
12.55%
Carbohydrates:6.58g
2.19%
Net Carbohydrates:6.42g
2.34%
Sugar:2.46g
2.74%
Cholesterol:8.36mg
2.79%
Sodium:33.34mg
1.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.59g
1.17%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.83%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.8%
Selenium:1.86µg
2.65%
Folate:9.85µg
2.46%
Vitamin A:97.26IU
1.95%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.66%
Vitamin B3:0.32mg
1.58%
Iron:0.25mg
1.41%
Source:My Recipes