Spiced Sour Cream Cookies
Indulge in these delightful Spiced Sour Cream Cookies, perfect for sharing with friends and family. These soft and chewy cookies are infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, all complemented by the creamy richness of sour cream. They make an excellent dessert for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy family nights. Easy to prepare, these cookies will surely become a new favorite in your baking repertoire.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
1/3 cup (softened)
eggs
2 large (well beaten)
brown sugar
2 cups (firmly packed)
sour cream
2/3 cup
flour
3 cups
baking soda
1 teaspoon
cinnamon
1 teaspoon
ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and firmly packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Add the well-beaten eggs to the butter-sugar mixture, stirring until completely incorporated.
4
Stir in the pure vanilla extract to blend the flavors.
5
In a separate bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the sour cream, mixing well until fully combined.
6
Gradually mix the dry ingredients (flour, cinnamon, ground cloves, nutmeg, and salt) into the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream mixture. Start with the dry ingredients and end with the sour cream, mixing until just combined.
7
Using a teaspoon, drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto a greased baking sheet, ensuring enough space between each cookie for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Sour Cream Cookies?
Spiced Sour Cream Cookies are soft and chewy treats infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, complemented by the richness of sour cream.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies are described as being delightful, soft, and chewy.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How do I prepare the butter for this recipe?
The butter should be softened before being creamed with the sugar.
What type of sugar is used in Spiced Sour Cream Cookies?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of firmly packed brown sugar.
How many eggs are required for the dough?
You will need 2 large eggs that are well beaten.
How much sour cream is needed?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of sour cream.
What is the purpose of the baking soda in this recipe?
The baking soda is dissolved in the sour cream to help the cookies rise and achieve their texture.
What spices are included in the ingredient list?
The spices used are cinnamon, ground cloves, and nutmeg.
How much flour is used?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of flour.
What type of vanilla should I use?
The recipe specifies 1 1/2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract.
What is the first step in mixing the ingredients?
The first step is to cream together the softened butter and firmly packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How should I add the eggs to the mixture?
Add the well-beaten eggs to the butter-sugar mixture and stir until they are completely incorporated.
When should the vanilla extract be added?
Stir in the pure vanilla extract after the eggs have been incorporated into the butter and sugar.
How do I combine the dry and wet ingredients?
Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the sour cream mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
Should I grease the baking sheet?
Yes, the instructions recommend dropping spoonfuls of dough onto a greased baking sheet.
How much dough should I use for each cookie?
Use a teaspoon to drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the baking sheet.
How much space should be left between cookies?
Ensure there is enough space between each cookie to allow for spreading during baking.
How long do these cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for approximately 12 minutes.
What is the visual indicator that the cookies are done?
The cookies are ready when the edges are lightly golden.
What is the cooling process for these cookies?
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How much cinnamon is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
How much ground cloves are required?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves.
How much nutmeg is needed?
You will need 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg.
Is salt included in the dough?
Yes, the recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How much butter is required?
The recipe requires 1/3 cup of softened butter.
Are these cookies suitable for holidays?
Yes, they are described as an excellent dessert for holiday gatherings.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total for this recipe.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, the recipe is described as being easy to prepare.
What flavor profile can I expect?
Expect warm spices and a creamy richness from the sour cream.