Panera Bread Sugar Cookies
These delightful sugar cookies are soft and sweet, featuring a unique blend of vanilla and almond extracts for a rich flavor profile that sets them apart from traditional recipes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature) Make sure it is at room temperature for optimal creaming.
- 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar For added sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Enhances the flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract Adds a distinctive taste.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
- 2 cups all-purpose cake flour Gives structure to the cookies.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and confectioners’ sugar. Cream them together until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add the pure vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt. Mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cake flour and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to your wet ingredients. Mix until combined, but avoid over-mixing.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, scoop portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each dough ball.
- Sprinkle extra confectioners’ sugar on top of each dough ball.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the center remains soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For best results, use room temperature butter and line your baking sheets with parchment paper. Keep an eye on baking time as ovens vary.