Imagine a cookie so delicate, so buttery, that it practically dissolves on your tongue with a whisper of sweetness. These Danish Sour Cream Cookies are not just another dessert - they're a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary treat that will have your friends and family begging for more. With a secret ingredient that makes them impossibly tender and a recipe so easy even novice bakers can master, these cookies are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Danish
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the sour cream and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture. Beat until well combined, ensuring that the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This will help to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt throughout the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
- Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- If desired, you can lightly flatten the tops of the cookie dough balls with the back of a spoon or your fingers for a more uniform shape.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Enjoy your Sour Cream Cookies as a delightful treat with coffee or tea, or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
Tips
- Make sure your butter is truly softened but not melted - this ensures the perfect creamy texture.
- Don't overmix the dough; mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cookies tender.
- Use room temperature sour cream for smoother integration into the batter.
- For uniform cookies, use a cookie scoop or weigh each dough ball.
- Allow cookies to cool completely to develop their signature delicate texture.
- Store in an airtight container with parchment between layers to maintain freshness.
- For extra richness, you can dust these cookies with powdered sugar or drizzle with a light glaze.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 160kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
