Panko Cookies

October 18, 2025 by youssef

Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Cream Butter & Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the room-temperature butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and completely smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure everything is well incorporated.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the vanilla extract, almond extract, all-purpose flour, and panko bread crumbs to the butter mixture. Mix on low speed just until a cohesive dough forms and no dry spots remain.

4. Shape the Cookies: Divide the dough into 10 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then gently flatten it between your palms to form a disk about 1/2-inch thick. Place the shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

5. Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through. The cookies are done when the tops look pale and dry, and the bottom edges are just beginning to turn a light golden brown.

6. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes. They will be fragile while warm. Then, carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

To Coat the Cookies:

• Once the cookies are completely cool, place the 1 1/2 cups of powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Gently roll each cookie in the powdered sugar until fully coated. For a thicker, snow-covered look, you can give them a second roll once the first coat has set slightly.

Enjoy your delicious, uniquely textured cookies!