Apple Butter Chai Pie Cookies (Print View)
Spiced apple butter and chai fill crisp pie crust cookies for a cozy, aromatic treat ideal for sharing.
# Components:
→ Pie Crust
01 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 6 to 8 tablespoons ice water
→ Chai Spice Blend
06 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
07 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
12 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Filling
13 - 3/4 cup apple butter
14 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
15 - 1 teaspoon chai spice blend
→ Egg Wash
16 - 1 large egg
17 - 1 tablespoon milk
→ Topping
18 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
19 - 1/2 teaspoon chai spice blend
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in cold unsalted butter using a pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing gently just until the dough forms and holds together. Divide dough into two discs, wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
02 - In a small bowl, combine ground cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
03 - In a separate bowl, mix apple butter, brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon prepared chai spice blend until smooth and well combined.
04 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
05 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disc to 1/8-inch thickness. Use a 2 1/2-inch round cookie cutter to cut out rounds. Repeat with remaining dough disc.
06 - Arrange half of the dough rounds onto prepared baking sheets. Spoon 1 teaspoon apple butter filling onto the center of each round.
07 - Brush edges with egg wash. Place a second dough round over each filled base, pressing edges gently to seal. Crimp edges using a fork.
08 - Brush tops with egg wash. Combine topping sugar with remaining chai spice blend, sprinkle evenly over the cookies.
09 - Using a small knife or skewer, cut a slit or poke several holes in each cookie top to allow steam release during baking.
10 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until surfaces are golden brown. Remove and transfer cookies to a cooling rack. Let cool before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Infused with real chai spices for warmth and aroma
- Pie crust cookies offer a unique, tender texture
02 -
- Contains wheat (gluten), dairy (butter, milk), and egg
- Check apple butter and spice labels for allergens if store-bought
03 -
- For a shortcut, use store bought pie dough
- Serve fresh for the best flavor and texture