Amelia’s Earliest American Cookie

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 15

Irresistible Amelia's Earliest American Cookie for your sweet cravings

by The Chefin Bakery

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

141

Sugar

12g

Fat

Amelia's Earliest American Cookie is a classic American recipe that dates back to the early 1800s. This soft, cakey cookie is flavored with coriander and sour cream, giving it a unique taste and texture. These cookies are easy to make and are perfect for sharing with family and friends. They can be enjoyed as an afternoon snack or as a dessert after any meal. You can store the cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and coriander.
4.	Add the dry mixture into the mixing bowl and stir until just combined.
5.	Add the sour cream and milk, mix well until a smooth dough is formed.
6.	Use a tablespoon to drop the dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
7.	Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8.	Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the cookie sheet for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

This recipe is very easy to make and results in a delicious, soft, cakey cookie that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

These cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

These cookies may be too soft for some people’s tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cookie is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The coriander in this recipe has been linked to improving digestion and easing symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome.

	1/2 cup butter , room temperature
	1 1/2 cups sugar
	2 cups flour
	1 teaspoon baking powder
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1 tablespoon coriander , ground
	1/3 cup sour cream
	2 tablespoons milk