What is a muffie panera?

The Panera Bread chocolate chip muffie is an enigma. It is neither a cookie nor a muffin; it is something mysteriously in-between, such that each bite mimics the cake-like texture of a muffin within the thin, circular frame of a traditional cookie .

A muffie aka a muffin-top is the very best part of a muffin! More like a cake than a muffin (in my opinion), it has all the benefit of the chewy caramelized edges, and moist, fluffy insides. This low-FODMAP 'Copycat' Panera Chocolate Chip Muffie is super easy and so delicious.

Does Panera make their own pastries?

Each day our trained bakers fill our bakery shelves with delicious freshly baked cookies, pastries, bagels, and a range of breads from focaccia to classic baguettes . We believe in serving delicious, freshly prepared, Clean food made with carefully selected ingredients that we are proud to serve our own families.

Why is Panera not called Panera in St Louis?

And then in the early 1990s Saint Louis Bread Company was bought out. "Well, when we started to expand in other cities like Chicago and Detroit the whole Saint Louis Bread Company thing didn't work , so at that time we changed the name to Panera everywhere else outside of St.

What is a muffin derogatory term?

Muffin,when used as a slang is sometimes very impolite . It can mean an attractive person,usually female,similar to sugar .It can mean a female reproductive organ.

What is a raggy muffin?

noun. rag·a·muf·fin ˈra-gə-ˌmə-fən. Synonyms of ragamuffin. : a ragged often disreputable person . especially : a poorly clothed often dirty child.

What is Madagascar vanilla Panera?

Our Madagascar Vanilla coffee combines rich and roasty coffee flavor with sweet and creamy vanilla notes for a complex cup you will enjoy from first sip to last drop. Great with breakfast or as an afternoon treat. Interested in creating some caffeinated content and sharing your love of Panera Coffee on social media?

What is bread bucks Panera?

Access to great food and meal discounts Our associates can purchase Bread Bucks to be used at any Panera which gives them HALF off.

What did Panera used to be called?

Saint Louis Bread Company was renamed Panera to position it for national growth.

Copycat Panera Chocolate Chip Muffie Recipe (2024)

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Want to enjoy popular bakery items from fast food restaurants without the cost? I hear you!What about a copycat recipe?

This copycat Panera bread chocolate chip muffie recipe is just one of many copycat recipes on Pie Lady Bakes and I know you are going to love it!

Freshly baked in your own kitchen, this easy to bake yummy chocolate chip muffin top is perfect with your favorite cup of coffee or tea. Or add fresh strawberries to make your chocolate chip muffin tops part of a bigger, sweeter dessert!

The serving size is similar to a medium size muffin but you can make them smaller or bigger!

So keep reading and get ready to bake one of the best ever muffin top recipes.

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Recipe at a glance…

Ingredients: Box brownie mix, dark chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, eggs, vegetable oil, water

Time: Pre time: 10 min; Bake Time 30 – 35 min;

Equipment: mixing bowls, electric mixer, measuring spoons & cups, 8″ square baking pan

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Ingredients to add to your Shopping List

unsalted butter
granulated sugar
large egg
vanilla bean paste vanilla extract
all-purpose flour
table salt
cinnamon
baking powder
baking soda
Milk (dairy or non-dairy)*
sour cream*
mini semisweet chocolate chips

How to make the best Copycat Panera Muffies

Preheat oven to 350 F.

Use parchment paper or silicone baking mats to line a cookie sheet (baking sheet)(You will do this twice)

I like to use melted unsalted butter instead of oil for this recipe.

An electric mixer saves time when mixing the butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla. Don’t worry if you can’t find vanilla bean paste – pure vanilla extract works just as well.

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Mix the dry ingredients separately in a medium bowl and then add to the wet ingredients (sugar, butter, egg, and vanilla)

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Don’t overmix the batter. Too much mixing results in a dry, tough muffin top!

Use any kind of dairy or nondairy milk! I used almond milk for this recipe. And you can also use plain yogurt instead of sour cream.

How to store

Store your freshly baked muffies in an airtight container – if they last that long!

TIPS

Double the recipe. Honestly, if you are taking the same to bake these scrumptious muffin tops, just do it. You can freeze them to enjoy in the weeks to come.
Follow the recipe exactly.
Be careful not to overmix the batter. It’s tempting to just throw all the ingredients together in one bowl and mix away with your electric or stand mixer. But please don’t.

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FAQS

What is a chocolate chip muffie?

Chocolate Chip Muffies are actually the muffin top! They almost look like Muffin Top Cookies but definitely have the texture and flavor of freshly baked muffins.

How much batter do you put in a muffin top pan?

We used baking sheets for this recipe, however, if you treat yourself to a muffin top pan, about 2 tablespoons should do it. The batter will spread while it bakes.

How many calories are in Panera Bread chocolate chip muffie?

See our nutrition facts below in the recipe card! If you need to restrict your calories or sugar intake, try using a sugar substitute as we did with our homemade blueberry muffins.

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WHAT TO SERVE WITH MUFFIN TOPS

You can eat your copycat Panera chocolate chip muffies plain or enjoy them as part of bigger dessert!

Chocolate sauce is always a good choice.

Some folks like to spread jams, jellies, and even peanut butter on their freshly baked muffin tops. It’s your party, right?

Chocolate Chip Muffie Strawberry Sundae?

Place the muffin tops in a dish, and top with strawberry sauce, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce! Oh my! You can also use my homemade sundae sauces, too!

RECIPE VARIATIONS

You can make the muffies larger – use a bigger cookie scoop, or place two cookie scoops for each muffin top. They even make special muffin top pan! Who knew?

Want to make a pumpkin muffie like the Panera pumpkin muffins? Check out our easy pumpkin muffin recipe and do it!

You can substitute brown sugar for white sugar as they are interchangeable. Brown sugar may make your muffie lighter and more moister than using white sugar.

Want to add some whole grains and use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour? No problem. Your muffin top will still have lots of great flavors but a denser texture and possibly taste. Try using half whole wheat and half all purpose flour first.

That’s the fun of baking! Trying out different combinations of ingredients.

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Where did I get my inspiration for this recipe?

We’re on a real chocolate chip craze right now. And I’ve been seeing lots of great sales on baking ingredients at our local grocery store – Valumart, here in Lindsay, Ontario.

This is the best Panera Muffin Tops recipe and I know it will become your favorite muffie too!

Judy

★★★★★

If you have made this delicious chocolate chip muffie recipe, I would love to hear about it in the comments below, and be sure to give it a 5 star rating!

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RECIPE

Panera Chocolate Chip Muffie Recipe (Copycat)

Yield: 18

Panera Chocolate Chip Muffie Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

An easy to bake yummy version of the famous Panera Bread Chocolate Chip Muffie (or Muffin Top)

Ingredients

1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg (room temperature)
2 tsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt (optional)
1/3 cup Milk (dairy or non-dairy)*
2 tbsp sour cream*
1 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350F
Prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats if you have them
Measure the butter and sugar into a large mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar at high speed until creamy.
Add the egg, vanilla, and continue to mix. These are your wet ingredients.
In a separate bowl, add in the dry ingredients - all purpose flour, salt, ground cinnamon, baking powder and baking soda,
Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients by hand - use a large wooden spoon or spatula, but be careful not to overmix.
Mix in the milk and sour cream, until they are incorporated into the muffin batter
The last step is to add the mini chocolate chips and mix in gently.
Chill the batter for 20 to 25 minutes in the refrigerator.( I put the batter back into the refrigerator during baking)
Use a cookie or ice cream scoop to scoop the batter onto the sheets.
Keep about 2 - 3 inches between the muffies as they will spread while baking.
Bake 10 to 15 minutes until golden. I found that 15 minutes exactly was the right time for my chocolate chip muffies, but your oven might need less or more. Start with 10 minutes and then add time if needed.
Place the muffin tops on a cookie rack to cool, and pop the next tray into the oven!

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Judy Kahansky is an experienced writer and baker, creating delicious desserts (including pie!) for over 40 years. She loves to take classic and vintage recipes and update them to fit the busy lives of her readers. When not baking, Judy and her husband Mark are passionate golfers, travelers and dog lovers, spending as much time as they can with their sweet pup Millie.