(3) Special Panera Lemon Cookies Recipe
This unique spin on Panera's lemon drop cookies combines the zesty flavor of lemon with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, almond flour, and chia seeds.
Prep Time 12 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 24 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups whole wheat flour for added fiber
- ½ cup almond flour for healthy fats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips for antioxidants
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for omega-3 fatty acids
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra fiber and omega-3s
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and coconut sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and chia seeds or flaxseeds.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped nuts.
Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with your hand.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Keyword chocolate chip lemon cookies, lemon drop cookies with nuts