Welcome to one of my all-time favorite recipes that comes together in about 25 minutes! These quick and easy Crumbl Cookies are perfect for busy weeknight desserts, and I promise your family will love them! The best part? You can switch up the flavors and toppings to suit what you have on hand, making this a great clean out the pantry treat. Seriously, these cookies are what weeknight dessert dreams are made of!
Ingredient Breakdown
Brown Sugar
Brown sugar is going to give your cookies that rich, molasses-like flavor that just screams comfort food. I prefer light brown sugar for its soft texture and sweetness, but dark brown sugar is delightful too if you want a deeper flavor. Want to substitute? No problem! You can use granulated sugar in a pinch, but be prepared your cookies will be less chewy.
Granulated Sugar
This is your classic sugar! It balances the flavors in the cookie and gives it that lovely sweetness. I always opt for organic granulated sugar when I can because it just tastes better, you know? If running low, feel free to swap in a sugar alternative, like coconut sugar, but keep an eye on the sweetness, it varies!
Butter (Melted)
You can’t go wrong with butter. It gives those cookies the best flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. I like to use unsalted butter in my baking. That way, I can control the sodium level myself! If you’re out, consider using coconut oil or apple sauce as a creative replacement; just keep in mind it will alter the flavor a bit.
Egg
The egg adds moisture and helps bind everything together, providing a lovely, chewy texture. If you’re looking to keep it vegan or egg-free, you can use flaxseed meal or chia seeds mixed with water, and I promise it’ll still turn out creamy and delish.
Vanilla Extract
Oh, vanilla! It’s like the comforting hug in your cookie. I always prefer pure vanilla extract over imitation; it truly elevates the flavor. If yours has gone missing, just use vanilla powder instead, though the depth of flavor won’t quite be the same.
Plain Flour
All-purpose flour is the backbone of your cookie, providing structure. This is where you need to be precise! I always recommend weighing it if you can. You can also substitute whole wheat flour for half of it if you want a healthier twist, or use almond flour for gluten-free options.
Cornflour
This is the magic ingredient! Cornflour helps give your cookies a lighter texture that melts in your mouth. If you don’t have cornflour, you can use potato starch as a substitute in a pinch.
Baking Soda
A must-have for fluffy, rich cookies. It helps them rise and gives them that chewy texture we all crave. If you happen to find yourself out, baking powder will work as a substitute, but you may need to tweak the quantities.
Baking Powder
This little leavening agent is essential if you want to achieve the perfect soft and pillowy cookie. You can use self-rising flour instead of all-purpose flour and baking powder if you’d like to simplify things, just remember to skip the additional salt.
Salt
Don’t skip the salt! A couple pinches of salt round out the flavors, bringing that sweet chocolate to life. Kosher salt is my go-to, but regular table salt works fine too. Honestly, just don’t go overboard!
Softened Butter
This is to create that creamy, dreamy texture in your cookies. If you forget to pull it from the fridge ahead of time, pop it in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, but don’t melt it! Avoid margarine here; real butter is essential!
Cream Cheese
Oh, cream cheese frosting what a game changer! It adds that rich creaminess that makes these cookies a crowd-pleaser. You can swap it with Greek yogurt if you want a lighter frosting, but come on, everyone loves cream cheese!
Icing Sugar
And finally, icing sugar adds sweetness and makes for the dreamiest frosting. It dissolves perfectly, giving that velvety texture. If you’re running short, you can always blend granulated sugar into a fine powder, voilà!
How to Make Crumbl Cookies
Okay, let’s dive into it, shall we?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step is crucial, your cookies need that perfect heat to bake up chewy and delicious!
In a large bowl, mix the brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. You want it to look all fluffy and light. Yep, just like that!
Next, add in your melted butter and softened butter. Mix until everything is well incorporated and you get that freakin’ delicious aroma (seriously, it’s heavenly).
Now, toss in the egg and vanilla extract. Keep mixing until the batter is nice and creamy.
Grab another bowl (I know, I know, but it’s worth it!) and whisk together the flour, cornflour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined don’t overmix!
You can fold in any add-ins at this point. Think about chocolate chips, sprinkles, or even nuts if you’re feeling adventurous!
Scoop the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, about 2-3 tablespoons per cookie (psst, that’s the size of a golf ball!). Make sure to leave space in between because these cookies spread!
Bake in preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are just golden and the center looks slightly underbaked. They’ll keep cooking once you take them out, so don’t worry!
While they cool, whip up that cream cheese frosting: Combine softened cream cheese and icing sugar until fluffy.
Once your cookies have cooled, slather on that cream cheese frosting, and maybe sprinkle with some cute toppings if you’re feeling fancy.
Enjoy your Crumbl Cookies!
Personal Connection
This is my go-to recipe when I need a sweet pick-me-up or want to pamper the family! There’s just something about the combination of flavors that brings a smile to my face. Plus, we all have those days when you want comfort food, and these cookies are totally that. I’m a real sucker for anything that has cream cheese frosting, and these bad boys? They deliver! And the best part is, if there are any leftovers (which is rare!), they keep well in the fridge. You can use whatever you’ve got on hand, too. Talk about versatility!
If you loved these Crumbl Cookies, be sure to check out my Chewy Maple Cinnamon Cookies, my Gingerbread Pudding Cake, or my Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
These cookies comes together in under 25 minutes! You’ll have a warm, scrumptious dessert in no time, great for last-minute cravings!
Crowd-Pleaser
Loaded with tons of flavor and that creamy frosting, these cookies will win over hearts, from kids to adults (seriously, you’ll have friends begging for the recipe!).
Customizable
Not feeling chocolate? No worries! Use any mix-ins you have on hand, and get creative! You could even make these cookies festive for holidays by switching up the frosting, think pastel colors for Easter or red and green for Christmas!
Make-Ahead Friendly
If you want to prepare for the week, you can whip up the cookie dough a day in advance. Just pop it in the fridge! And if you’re really up for it, you could freeze the dough and bake a fresh batch whenever the cravings hit you.
Serving and Storage Tips
Serving Suggestions
These Crumbl Cookies are amazing on their own but pair beautifully with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee! You can also serve them at parties or bake sales, they’re a hit. I promise!
Storage
Store your cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to seven days. If you’re in a pinch, keep them at room temperature, but they won’t last as long!
Reheating Instructions
If you want to enjoy them warm, pop them in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds. Just enough to get that frosting slightly melty.
Freezer Friendly
Yes! You can freeze the cookie dough for up to three months. Just let it thaw in the fridge overnight before baking, or scoop and freeze the balls of dough, and you can bake them directly from frozen (just add a couple of extra minutes to the bake time).
So there you have it, an amazing recipe for Crumbl Cookies that you and your family are going to love! I hope your kitchen is filled with laughter, delicious smells, and maybe even a little mess as you whip these up. Enjoy every bite! Follow us on Pinterest for daily baking inspiration that brings warmth to your table!
Crumbl Cookies
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined and creamy—about 2-3 minutes.
- Add in your melted butter and softened butter. Mix until well incorporated.
- Toss in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until the batter is creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornflour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
- Scoop the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, about 2-3 tablespoons per cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center looks slightly underbaked.
- While the cookies cool, mix softened cream cheese and icing sugar until fluffy.
- Once the cookies have cooled, apply the cream cheese frosting and add any desired toppings.