These sour cream drop cookies are soft, chewy, and full of flavor. The tangy sour cream adds a unique twist to this classic cookie recipe. Perfect for a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add sour cream, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Slowly add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Drop dough by spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these sour cream drop cookies with a glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee.
Interesting Facts
Sour cream adds moisture and tanginess to these cookies, making them extra special.
These cookies can be easily customized with add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.