Deliciously Soft Sour Cream Sugar Cookies
These delightful sour cream sugar cookies are a nostalgic treat that combines a tender, soft texture with a subtly tangy flavor from the sour cream. Perfectly sweet and easily customizable, they can be drizzled with melted chocolate or glazed with a simple icing, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion. Whether served at a holiday gathering or enjoyed as an everyday snack, these cookies are sure to be a hit with family and friends.
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Servings
62
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
3 1/4 cups (sifted)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (none)
baking powder
1 teaspoon (none)
salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
unsalted butter
3/4 cup (room temperature)
sugar
2 cups (none)
vanilla extract
1 tablespoon (none)
large egg
1 (none)
sour cream
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two cookie sheets or line them with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until fully combined.
3
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4
Add the vanilla extract and the large egg to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined, making sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
5
Add the sour cream and mix until fully incorporated and smooth.
6
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7
Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them about 3 inches apart to allow for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies turn lightly golden around the edges. They may appear slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.
9
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
2.7g
Fat
9.2g
Carbs
0.8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Deliciously Soft Sour Cream Sugar Cookies unique?
These cookies feature a nostalgic, tender, and soft texture with a subtly tangy flavor provided by the addition of sour cream.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total: flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, unsalted butter, sugar, vanilla extract, large egg, and sour cream.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
The cookies should bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
How much flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 1/4 cups of sifted flour.
What is the calorie count per cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 62 calories.
Should the butter be at room temperature?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 3/4 cup of unsalted butter at room temperature.
How much sugar is needed for the dough?
You will need 2 cups of sugar.
What type of leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
How much vanilla extract should I add?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
Do I need to grease the cookie sheets?
Yes, you should grease two cookie sheets or line them with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
How long should I cream the butter and sugar?
Cream the butter and sugar together for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How many eggs are in the recipe?
The recipe requires one large egg.
How much sour cream is added to the mixture?
The recipe requires 1 cup of sour cream.
How should the dry ingredients be prepared?
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl until fully combined.
What is the correct way to add flour to the wet ingredients?
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and being careful not to overmix.
How much space should be left between the cookies on the sheet?
Space the rounded tablespoons of dough about 3 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Why might the cookies look underbaked when they come out of the oven?
They may appear slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.
How long should the cookies cool on the baking sheet?
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before moving them.
Where should the cookies be moved after initial cooling?
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Can I customize these cookies with toppings?
Yes, they can be drizzled with melted chocolate or glazed with a simple icing.
What are the fat and carbohydrate counts for these cookies?
Each cookie has 2.7g of fat and 9.2g of carbohydrates.
Is there protein in these cookies?
Yes, each cookie contains 0.8g of protein.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include sugar cookies, drop cookies, sour cream, old fashioned, soft cookies, baking, and desserts.
Can I use a stand mixer for this recipe?
Yes, you can use either a hand mixer or a stand mixer to cream the butter and sugar.
What is the preparation for the flour?
The flour should be sifted before being measured.
How much salt is included in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday gatherings?
Yes, their soft texture and customizable nature make them ideal for holiday gatherings or everyday snacks.
What is the texture of the cookies?
They have a tender, soft texture.
What is the primary flavor profile?
They are perfectly sweet with a subtly tangy flavor from the sour cream.