Chocolate Drop Cookies πͺ
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 20-24 cookies
Calories: 141.6 per serving
Rating: βοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈ
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, < 4 Hours
Description:
Indulge in the nostalgia of childhood with these delightful Chocolate Drop Cookies! Passed down from generation to generation, this recipe guarantees a taste of homemade goodness in every bite.

Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup nuts (optional)
Instructions:
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Mix Shortening, Sugar, and Egg:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening, sugar, and egg until smooth and creamy, creating a base that promises a perfect texture for your cookies. -
Stir in Sour Milk and Vanilla:
Introduce a tangy twist to your batter by stirring in the sour milk and vanilla extract, infusing each cookie with a hint of complexity and depth of flavor. -
Sift Together Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder, ensuring a smooth and lump-free incorporation into the wet ingredients. -
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a thick and luxurious batter forms, ready to be transformed into delectable chocolatey morsels. -
Add Nuts (Optional):
For an extra crunch and nutty flavor, fold in the chopped nuts of your choice, elevating these cookies to a whole new level of indulgence. -
Chill the Dough:
Cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld together and the dough to firm up for easier handling and shaping. -
Preheat the Oven:
When you’re ready to bake, preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C), ensuring the perfect environment for your cookies to achieve that coveted golden-brown perfection. -
Form Cookie Dough:
Using a spoon, drop dollops of the chilled dough onto a greased cookie sheet, spacing them evenly to allow for spreading during baking. -
Bake to Perfection:
Slide the cookie sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked, signaling that your cookies are ready to be savored. -
Cool and Enjoy:
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before indulging in their rich, chocolatey goodness. Serve with a glass of cold milk for the ultimate treat!
Note: If you don’t have sour milk on hand, you can easily make your own by combining 1 tablespoon of vinegar with plain milk, offering a convenient alternative that doesn’t compromise on flavor or texture.
From the first creamy bite to the last satisfying crunch, these Chocolate Drop Cookies are sure to evoke fond memories and create new ones with every batch baked. Enjoy the simple pleasure of homemade goodness with this timeless recipe! πͺ