Lannette's Frosted Chocolate Drop Cookies Recipe

These soft and moist chocolate drop cookies have been a 4th of July picnic favorite for years! Perfect for summer gatherings, these delightful treats are incredibly easy to make and guaranteed to disappear fast. The rich chocolate cookies are topped with a luscious, creamy frosting – a match made in dessert heaven!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 165.1 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Lannette's Frosted Chocolate Drop Cookies

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How to Make Lannette's Frosted Chocolate Drop Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 cup sour cream until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the cocoa mixture to the wet ingredients, beating until well combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, sift together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Drop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before frosting while still warm.
  11. **For the Frosting:** In a medium bowl, beat together 2 ½ cups powdered sugar (add more as needed for desired consistency), ½ cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons milk, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  12. Frost the warm cookies immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

19g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lannette's Frosted Chocolate Drop Cookies?

Lannette's Frosted Chocolate Drop Cookies takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lannette's Frosted Chocolate Drop Cookies?

Lannette's Frosted Chocolate Drop Cookies has approximately 165.1 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lannette's Frosted Chocolate Drop Cookies?

The key ingredients for Lannette's Frosted Chocolate Drop Cookies are Butter, Brown Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla, Unsweetened Cocoa, Sour Cream. See the full list with measurements above.

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