Spicy Chai Cookies

As I post this recipe in late February the snow is falling. Work and school canceled for a snow day #squeee. Timp is wrapped in grey clouds that are lovingly adorning her in a blanket of much needed snow. The snow quiets the noises of the city and imbues the trees outside my window in a ethereal light. I love days like this. The only thing that can improve the situation might be a soft warm cookie imbued with all the comfort and warmth of chai. I could be wrong but you won't know until you try.

Recipe

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 2 tablespoons chai base, ground

• 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened

• 1 cup light brown sugar

• ½ cup sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°.

2. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and flatten.

3. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the bottoms begin to brown.

4. Allow to cool 1-2 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.