SOUR CREAM CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES

Sour Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies made with butter, brown sugar, sour cream, cocoa & chocolate chips for a rich cookie loaded with chocolate!

If you’re looking for a flavorful cookie that’s these triple chocolate cookies are it! Using butter, brown sugar, sour cream, cocoa, and a mix of chocolate chips creates a tender cookie full of flavor. The sour cream keeps the texture soft and cake-like, while the blend of sugars adds just the right balance of sweetness!

Sour Cream Cookie Recipe Highlights

• Chocolate lovers dream! Enjoy lots of chocolate in every bite thanks to the blend of semisweet and white chocolate chips. The cocoa powder adds a deep, rich chocolate flavor that makes these cookies stand out from typical chocolate chip cookies.
• A quick recipe. These cookies are ready fast because they don’t require chilling the dough. You can mix the ingredients and bake within minutes, which is great when you want a quick chocolate fix.
• Traditional cookie with a twist. The addition of sour cream keeps your cookies moist and tender. This ingredient also adds a slight tang that balances the sweetness, giving your cookies a unique, pleasant flavor.

Ingredients for Moist Chocolate Chip Cookies

Butter- Adding butter creates a soft, rich cookie.

Granulated sugar & brown sugar- These combined give the cookies just the right amount of sweetness, with brown sugar adding a nice depth of flavor.

Egg- 1 egg helps bind ingredients and create great cookie texture.

Sour cream- Using sour cream creates a tender, cake-like texture with a subtle tangy flavor.

Vanilla extract- Enhance the flavors by adding vanilla extract to the dough.

Flour- 1 ¾ cup of flour provides the structure needed for the dough to hold its shape.

Cocoa- Baking cocoa makes the cookies rich in chocolatey flavor.

Leavening agents- Help the cookies rise as they bake by adding baking powder and baking soda.

Salt- Balance the sweetness with some salt.

Chocolate chips- You’ll need semisweet chocolate chips and vanilla (or white chips) for sweetness in every bite.

Tips for making Sour Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies

Full instructions can be found on the recipe card below, but here are a few helpful tips.

1. Use a cookie scoop. A tablespoon-sized scoop keeps all the cookies uniform in size for even baking.
2. Don’t overbake. Remove the cookies when they’re lightly browned around the edges, firm to the touch, and not doughy in the center. Remember, they’ll continue to set as they cool.
3. Use quality chocolate. A good-quality baking cocoa and high quality chocolate chips make a big difference in the flavor and overall outcome of your cookies.

How long are Sour Cream Chocolate Cookies good for?

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them extra soft, place a slice of bread in the container. It helps maintain moisture.

You can also freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months or freeze the dough before baking.

What role does sour cream play in the texture of these cookies?

Sour cream adds moisture and fat, which makes your cookies tender and soft. It also gives a subtle tang that balances the sweetness and creates a cake-like texture.

How does the type of sugar used affect the taste of cookies?

Granulated sugar adds sweetness and helps cookies spread during baking. While brown sugar contains molasses, giving your cookies a deeper, richer flavor and extra moisture for chewiness.

Fun Mix-Ins and Flavor Variations

Try stirring in chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for crunch and earthy flavor. If you prefer more chocolate, swap half the semisweet chips for dark or milk chocolate chips.

For a unique twist, add a pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder into the dough to enhance the chocolate flavor.

For a festive variation, use peppermint or butterscotch chips instead of vanilla chips. These simple swaps change the flavor profile without altering the cookie’s texture.

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Sour Cream Chocolate Chip Cookies made with simple ingredients such as brown sugar, butter, cocoa, and tons of chocolate chips! A rich, moist cookie loaded with flavor!