Best 6 Frosted Chocolate Sour Cream Drops Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful experience of Frosted Chocolate Sour Cream Drops, a delectable treat that combines the richness of chocolate, the tanginess of sour cream, and the sweetness of frosting. These bite-sized morsels are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or serving as a special dessert. With three irresistible variations—Classic Frosted Chocolate Sour Cream Drops, Chocolate Sour Cream Drops with Peanut Butter Frosting, and Chocolate Sour Cream Drops with Cream Cheese Frosting—this recipe offers a range of flavors to tantalize your taste buds. Each variation promises a unique combination of textures and flavors, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you prefer the simplicity of the classic recipe or the delightful twist of peanut butter or cream cheese frosting, these Frosted Chocolate Sour Cream Drops are sure to become a favorite treat for any occasion.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SOUR CREAM DROPS



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MY MOTHER is an excellent baker, and this is her recipe. Whether Mom makes these cookies or I do, they always disappear quickly. Friends rave about them and often ask me to bring them to get-togethers. My young children enjoy all kinds of cookies, but these are their favorites. -Tracy Betzler, Reston, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup shortening
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 to 4 teaspoons hot water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, sour cream and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Chill for at least 1 hour. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 425° for 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. , For frosting, melt butter in a saucepan until golden brown; stir in confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough water to reach a spreading consistency. Frost cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SOUR CREAM CHOCOLATE COOKIES



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These soft chocolaty sour cream cookies can easily be altered to make several different varieties-I've added everything from mints to macadamia nuts to them. -Tina Sawchuk, Ardmore, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup vanilla or white chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, sour cream and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in chips., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until set. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LANNETTE'S FROSTED CHOCOLATE DROP COOKIES



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For many years these cookies have been our favorite 4th of July picnic cookies . . . soft and moist!

Provided by Grannie B

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 25m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
1 cup sour cream
2 3/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons melted butter
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa (or according to taste)
2 1/2-3 cups powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
5 tablespoons hot milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Cream butter and sugar; add eggs and vanilla; beat well.
  • Add cocoa, then sour cream; beat till well blended.
  • Sift remaining dry ingredients together, then add to creamed mixture.
  • Drop from rounded teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets.
  • Bake cookies 8 to 10 minutes. Frost while still hot.
  • For frosting, combine all ingredients, and beat well. Start with 2-1/2 cups of the powdered sugar, and add more if needed. Frosting should be slightly thin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.1, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 26.7, Sodium 116.7, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 17.1, Protein 2

FROSTED CHOCOLATE SOUR CREAM DROPS



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Borrowed one of mom's cookie cookbooks and storing the most promising recipes for my own use later on. Have to say I am surprised not to find this one posted here as it looks just divine; a cake-like drop cookie dressed with a deep and rich frosting.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 40m

Yield 42-48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
8 ounces sour cream
2 cups flour
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 pinch salt
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted (divided)
1/3 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350F degrees.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter at high speed for one minute. Add the brown sugar, baking soda and salt and continue to mix until they are well combined. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Now beat in the melted chocolate, then the sour cream.
  • Begin to mix in the flour in thirds until well combined and the dough begins to stiffen. You may need to add the last bit by hand using a wooden spoon.
  • Chill dough for 30 minutes.
  • Place rounded teaspoons of dough on an untreated baking sheet about two inched apart . Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are firm.
  • Remove cookies to a cooling rack to cool. Once cool, spread a small amount of frosting on each cookie (frosting directions appear below). These will keep in a tightly covered container for three days. You can also freeze the cookies before frosting for up to one month.
  • To prepare the frosting, place the butter, salt and vanilla in a medium bowl and whip until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in the cocoa and one cup of the powdered sugar. Add in the milk to soften the frosting a bit. Add in the remaining powdered sugar in parts, mixing well until incorporated. If it get too thick for spreading, then add a bit more milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.8, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 16.4, Sodium 40.9, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 12.1, Protein 1.3

CHOCOLATE SOUR CREAM FROSTING



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Sweet chocolate frosting with a tangy twist! Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting brings rich, decadent flavor to any cake or cupcake. Add a richer dimension of flavor to your chocolate desserts!

Provided by Aimee Shugarman

Categories     Basics

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 cup milk chocolate morsels
3/4 cup full fat sour cream
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
pinch of kosher salt
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a microwave safe glass bowl, add butter and chocolate chips to the bowl. Heat for 30 seconds. Stir and heat an additional 30 seconds. Use a whisk or spatula to combine butter and chocolate until smooth. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add sour cream, cocoa powder, kosher salt, and melted chocolate mixture. Beat for one minute until smooth.
  • Add in powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Use on cupcakes or layer cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126 calories, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 11 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 5 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 12 grams sodium, Sugar 17 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

SOUR CREAM CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Sour cream brings the tangy to this quick and easy chocolate frosting recipe.

Provided by Mary Beth Guba

Categories     Desserts     Frostings and Icings     Chocolate

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
4 tablespoons butter
½ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
2 ¾ cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate and the butter together. Let cool and blend in the sour cream, vanilla, and salt. Gradually add the confectioner's sugar until the frosting is of spreading consistency, beat well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 62 mg, Sugar 26 g

Tips:

  • To ensure the best texture and flavor, use high-quality ingredients.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate or cocoa powder.
  • Make sure the sour cream is cold before using it.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as it can result in a tough texture.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set, as overbaking will make them dry.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Frosted Chocolate Sour Cream Drops are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their rich chocolate flavor, tangy sour cream, and sweet frosting, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe is sure to produce delicious results. So next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying cookie recipe, give Frosted Chocolate Sour Cream Drops a try.

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