Infusion and Indulgence: The Perfect Duo!
When one thinks of a When it comes to tea breaks , we often imagine a steaming cup accompanied by a delicious treat. What could be better than homemade biscuits to enhance your tea time? And what if we took it a step further? incorporating the tea directly into the recipe ?
Today, we're offering you an irresistible recipe for Chai tea and spice biscuits , inspired by the warm flavors of our gift box “Spicy Escape” .
Why add tea to your biscuits?
Tea is not just a comforting drink, it can also Enhance your pastries by bringing subtle and complex aromas. Infused in butter or ground into powder, it enhances the flavor of your desserts with a touch of originality.
✨ The advantages of using tea in cooking:
✔️ Brings a unique and fragrant flavor.
✔️ Perfect for a light and refined treat.
✔️ Ideal with a hot infusion for a cozy break.
Recipe: Chai Tea and Spice Cookies
Ingredients (for about twenty cookies):
• 150 g of flour
• 50 g of brown sugar
• 1 sachet (or 2 tbsp) of ground chai tea
• ½ teaspoon of cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon of powdered ginger
• 1 pinch of nutmeg
• 1 pinch of salt
• 100g of softened butter
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Preparation
🔥 1. Prepare the aromatic base
• Grind the chai tea into a powder using a mortar or a mixer.
• In a bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, powdered tea, spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg) and a pinch of salt.
🍯 2. Add the wet ingredients
• Incorporate the softened butter, cut into small pieces, and mix with your fingertips until you obtain a sandy texture.
• Next, add the egg yolk, honey, and vanilla extract, then mix until form a homogeneous dough .
• If the dough is too dry, add 1 tablespoon of milk .
⏳ 3. Resting and shaping
• Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in cling film and place it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes .
• After resting, roll out the dough on a floured work surface and cut out your biscuits using a cookie cutter.
🍪 4. Cooking
• Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) .
• Arrange the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10 to 12 minutes , until they are lightly golden.
• Let it cool before enjoying!
Tasting and perfect pairings
These cookies melting and fragrant are perfect to accompany a hot infusion, in particular:
🍵 One Spiced black tea to enhance the aromas.
🍊 One orange rooibos for a fruity touch.
🌿 One ginger and honey infusion for a comforting boost.
Small gourmet variations
💛 An even spicier version? Add a pinch of ground cloves or cardamom.
🍫 Craving chocolate? Incorporate dark chocolate chips into the dough.
🌰 A fan of crunchy things? Sprinkle a little coconut sugar on the biscuits before baking.
🔥 Are you trying this recipe? Share your creation by tagging us on Instagram and Facebook with the hashtag #SpicySurpriseBiscuits!
Enjoy your tasting! 🍵✨
