Description
These soft Russian rock cookies with nutmeg and vanilla are a nostalgic treat that brings the charm of old-world baking into your kitchen. They have a pillowy-soft texture with a hint of spice and vanilla, reminiscent of traditional Russian sweets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup sour cream
- Optional: ½ cup chopped dates or golden raisins
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Mix in sour cream.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in dates or raisins if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, until edges are golden and tops are set.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- The name “rock cookies” refers to their rustic shape, not their texture; these are delightfully soft and tender.
- Sour cream is the secret to an ultra-soft texture.
- Optional additions like dates or raisins evoke old-fashioned cookie recipes.
- Dusting with powdered sugar gives a finish similar to Russian tea cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
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