Panera Bread Sugar Cookie
Do you like soft, sweet cookies that melt in your mouth? The Panera Bread Sugar Cookie Recipe is perfect. These cookies are soft, buttery, and very tasty. You can make them at home with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter soft
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Extra sugar for rolling optional
Instructions
Preheat the oven
- Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream butter and sugar
- Mix soft butter and sugar until light and fluffy using a spoon or mixer.
Add egg and vanilla
- Add egg and vanilla. Mix well until smooth.
Mix dry ingredients
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well.
Combine wet and dry
- Add flour mixture to butter mixture gradually. Mix until soft dough forms.
Shape the cookies
- Take small dough portions. Roll into 1-inch balls.
Optional sugar coating
- Roll cookie balls in extra sugar for sparkle.
Place on baking sheet
- Put cookies on the tray. Leave space between them.
Flatten slightly
- Press cookies lightly with hand or spoon.
Bake the cookies
- Bake 10–12 minutes. Edges should be light golden.
Cool cookies
- Let cookies sit 2 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack.
Serve and enjoy
- Serve cookies with milk, tea, or coffee. Enjoy the soft, sweet treat.
Notes
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for flavor.
- Use brown sugar instead of white for richer taste.
- Add chocolate chips, sprinkles, or nuts for fun.
- Do not overbake; cookies keep cooking slightly on tray.
- Store in airtight container to keep soft.