As the autumn air begins to settle in and Taylor Swift continues to grace us with everything from cardigans to Kansas City Chiefs games, there’s another fall tradition to add to the list: Taylor Swift’s Chai Cookies with Eggnog Frosting.
A few years back, a recipe from Swift herself resurfaced, and ever since, it’s had fans baking up a cozy storm. This recipe blends the warmth of chai spices with a sweet, creamy eggnog frosting—perfect for the fall season.
How To Make Taylor Swift’s Chai Cookies?
Back in 2009, Swift shared these cookies on Instagram, and after fans begged for the recipe, she kindly delivered via a Tumblr blog post. She even offered two ways to go about it, depending on your time and baking enthusiasm.
1. The Quick and Easy Method:
If you’re short on time, Taylor suggests using a store-bought sugar cookie mix. Her secret? Simply cut open a packet of chai tea and pour it into the mix while you prepare the dough.
According to Taylor, this method is for when “you’re busy and you want making cookies to be a chill part of your day. Pow. Done.”
2. From Scratch (Taylor’s Preferred Method):
For those wanting to go the extra mile (like she did during her 1989 Secret Sessions), Taylor recommends starting with a basic sugar cookie recipe, like the one from Joy the Baker.
She’s also a fan of Smitten Kitchen, offering plenty of options to choose from. If you’re looking for a chai-inspired base, try recipes like Chai Butter Cookies, Chai Snickerdoodle Cookies, or Chai Tea Cookies.
Taylor’s twist? After adding the egg and vanilla to the batter, she instructs to “cut one chai tea packet open and empty the crushed-up tea leaves into the batter CAUSE CHAI COOKIES ARE ABOUT TO HAPPEN UP IN HERE.”
Once the dough is ready, bake the cookies as directed in your chosen recipe. And, as Swift points out, the autumnal chai spices will make your home smell better than any Yankee Candle ever could.
The Secret To The Perfect Icing: Eggnog Glaze
What really sets these cookies apart is the eggnog glaze—a nod to the cozy holiday season. Taylor’s playful instructions bring a little extra joy to this step.
For the glaze, simply mix:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons of milk or eggnog (if you can find it this time of year)
The more milk or eggnog you add, the thinner the glaze becomes. But as Swift says, “glazes are legit too, so basically just LIVE YOUR LIFE.”
Once your cookies are baked and cooled, drizzle or spread the glaze on top. You can adjust the thickness of the icing based on how you like it—whether you want a thick frosting or a light glaze, both options bring out the flavors of fall in every bite.
Conclusion
Taylor Swift’s Chai Cookies with Eggnog Frosting are the perfect cozy treat for fall. Whether you whip them up in a hurry or bake them from scratch, they’re sure to fill your kitchen with the scents of autumn and bring a little bit of Taylor’s signature charm into your home.
So, turn up some of her tunes, break out your stand mixer, and enjoy the warm, spicy flavors of these delightful cookies.
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