Last Updated on March 25, 2022 by Chenée Lewis
This copycat Crumbl sugar cookies recipe is a delicious homemade version of the Crumbl chilled sugar cookie recipe, with the soft, buttery texture you love and a sweet almond frosting! If you want the best copycat Crumbl cookies, you're in the right place! And for more sugar cookie goodness, try my No Spread Sugar Cookies, my Peppermint White Chocolate Sugar Cookies, and my Iced Sugar Cookie Almond Milk Latte (Starbucks Copycat)!
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Crumbl Sugar Cookies Recipe with Measurements
If you've had Crumbl cookies before, you'll love this copycat recipe! I'm a sucker for a sweet, buttery sugar cookie, so my favorite out of the ones I've tried is definitely the Crumbl chilled sugar cookie. It's soft and tender, with a bright almond flavor in the signature pink frosting. That's what you'll get with this copycat chilled sugar cookie recipe - they're big, thick cookies that are so decadent and fun!
Why are Crumbl cookies so good?
So what is so great about Crumbl cookies? Well the appeal of the Utah-based cookie company's treats is undeniable! Their cookie videos are always viral on social media and they have fans all over the U.S. The cookies are rich and decadent with fun, rotating flavors. And the Crumbl chilled sugar cookie is one of their classics!
How much sugar is in a Crumbl cookie?
These cookies are not for the faint of heart! According to their website, Crumbl's current menu offerings vary, but they can have over 50 grams of sugar and over 600 calories each. However, it's important to note that Crumbl considers each cookie to be several servings, so it's a great idea to share them!
Crumbl Sugar Cookie Ingredients
- butter - I used unsalted butter for this recipe, since we're adding salt in later. Your butter should be softened to room temperature -- see below for a tip!
- powdered sugar - using powdered sugar instead of granulated helps these cookies to come out nice and soft! To make sure you don't use too much, make sure to sift your powdered sugar first before measuring with the spoon-and-level method, or just weigh it according to the gram measurements in the recipe card below using a kitchen scale.
- vegetable oil - like the powdered sugar, using vegetable oil is a great way to keep these cookies soft and moist for days!
- egg - your egg should be room temperature -- see below for a tip to get it to room temperature quickly!
- vanilla - since vanilla is the primary flavor in this chilled sugar cookie recipe, it should be the good stuff -- pure vanilla extract. I like to make my own!
- all-purpose flour - like your powdered sugar, make sure you're measuring your flour correctly, either by weight with a kitchen scale or using the spoon-and-level method.
- baking powder - a little baking powder helps to give a lift and lighter texture to these copycat Crumbl cookies!
- salt - to help bring out the vanilla flavor and balance out the sweetness!
And for that iconic pink buttercream frosting, you'll need:
- melted butter - I found that melting the butter creates a slightly smoother finish to the frosting.
- powdered sugar - just like above, make sure it's measured correctly.
- almond extract - this is what gives the frosting that delicious almond flavor! Here's the almond extract that I use.
- heavy cream - you'll start with two tablespoons, and adjust as needed to get a smooth, creamy texture.
- salt - a pinch or two of salt helps to bring out the almond flavor in this frosting!
- red food coloring - this is optional, but it's crucial for achieving that pink color that a crumbl chilled sugar cookie is known for!
Equipment
You won't need too many special tools for this copycat Crumbl sugar cookies recipe -- mostly just a large baking sheet -- I use the Nordicware Baker's Big Sheet lined with a Silpat ¾ sheet liner. You may also want a #16 cookie scoop to get evenly-sized cookies, and you'll also want a hand mixer or a stand mixer to mix up your dough!
How to Make Copycat Crumbl Cookies
This copycat Crumbl chilled sugar cookie recipe is so easy to put together! The full recipe is below in the recipe card, but here's the rundown of how you make them!
- Cream your softened butter and powdered sugar together in a large bowl, then add in your vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla.
- Sift in your flour and baking powder and mix until your cookie dough comes together.
- Let the dough chill while you preheat your oven and line your cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone liner.
- Use a #16 cookie scoop to scoop out 4 tablespoon sized balls of dough onto your prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake! Your copycat Crumbl cookies are ready when the tops look set and no longer glossy.
What are all the Crumbl cookie flavors?
The list of Crumbl cookie flavors is constantly growing, as they change the menu every week. So far, they've had Twix cookies, chocolate chip cookies, key lime cookies, pumpkin pie cookies, and even cornbread cookies! I can't wait to taste more of their flavors as they release them! If you don't have a Crumbl near you, you can definitely get that experience with this copycat chilled sugar cookie recipe!
Do Crumbl sugar cookies need to be refrigerated?
These copycat chilled sugar Crumbl cookies don't need to be refrigerated! They can stay fresh at room temperature for up to 4 days in an airtight container, or you can refrigerate them for up to a week.
Can you freeze Crumbl sugar cookies?
Yes you can! Just place them in an airtight container or freezer bag, and they'll stay fresh in the freezer for up to 4 months!
Copycat Crumbl Cookies Tips and F.A.Q.
If you're in a rush, soften your butter in seconds by popping it in the microwave! Heat your stick of butter on high for about 20 seconds, rotating every few seconds. 
For these copycat Crumbl sugar cookies recipe we're using a #16 cookie scoop (about 4 tbsp), which makes these cookies a really good size! But from my research, it looks like Crumbl cookies use a slightly larger scoop, holding about ¼ cup of cookie dough.
It’s important to use room temperature eggs in most baking so that the cold egg doesn’t affect the rise or even baking of your result. However, if you didn’t have a chance to leave your egg out to get to room temperature, try this tip! Just submerge the egg in a bowl of lukewarm water for about 15 minutes. That will allow them to get to room temperature more quickly and ensure a great result for this Crumbl chilled sugar cookie recipe!
If you try this recipe, I would love it if you could leave a rating and comment below! It’s so wonderful hearing your feedback! And don’t forget to share your creations with me by tagging @chenee_today on Instagram!
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Equipment you may need
- wire rack
Ingredients
- ½ cup (114 g) unsalted butter - room temperature
- 1 ⅓ cup (160 g) powdered sugar - measured using a kitchen scale or with the spoon and level method
- 2 tablespoon (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 large egg - room temperature
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour - measured using a kitchen scale or with the spoon and level method
- ¾ teaspoon (3 g) baking powder
- ½ teaspoon (3 g) salt
Buttercream Frosting
- ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter - melted
- 1 ½ cup (180 g) powdered sugar - measured using a kitchen scale or with the spoon and level method
- ½ teaspoon (2 ml) almond extract
- ⅛ teaspoon (1 g) salt - or to taste
- 2 tablespoon (30 ml) heavy cream - plus more as needed
- 1-2 drops red food coloring - optional
Instructions
- Cream butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer 2-3 minutes or until light and fluffy. Mix in oil until combined.½ cup unsalted butter, 1 ⅓ cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Add egg, followed by vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.1 large egg, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt and fold in until combined. Place bowl of dough in refrigerator to chill 15 minutes.2 cups all-purpose flour, ¾ teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt
- Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone liner.
- Use a cookie scoop to portion 4-tablespoon scoops of dough onto baking sheet at least 2 inches apart. Press with the bottom of a jar or measuring cup that has been dusted with powdered sugar -- cookies should be about ½ inch thick.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until tops of cookies are set and no longer glossy. They will still look slightly underdone but will set up more as they cool.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pink Buttercream Frosting
- Combine butter and powdered sugar in a bowl and mix with an electric mixer until fluffy.¼ cup unsalted butter, 1 ½ cup powdered sugar
- Mix in almond extract and salt until smooth.½ teaspoon almond extract, ⅛ teaspoon salt
- Mix in heavy cream, adding more cream as needed to achieve a thick, yet smooth consistency.2 tablespoon heavy cream
- For pink frosting, add a drop of red food coloring. Add another drop if needed to achieve desired color.1-2 drops red food coloring
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Beth Sachs
Super cute sugar cookies. My kids loved making them.
Chenée Lewis
So glad you enjoyed! 🙂
Emily Flint
I love that you made this copycat recipe! Now I can have these delicious cookies at home and no standing in line!
Chenée Lewis
Absolutely!!
Rachna
These cookies look exquisite. Such a fantastic recipe. Thanks for sharing.
Chenée Lewis
So glad you like it! Thanks!
Ieva
Such a great recipe with all the highly available ingredients! Quick and easy to make! 🙂
Chenée Lewis
I agree! Glad you liked them!
Michele
Recipe itself is fantastic! But with the portion size for the cookies, I highly suggest cooking for 15-20 minutes instead of 10 minutes suggested. Even after letting my cookies set for 15 minutes after having them in the oven at 10 minutes they were still pretty raw in the middle. I would imagine it could also just be a difference in ovens too, so definitely double check the center before shutting off the oven. I ended up popping them back in the oven and they were perfect afterwards! Thank you again for the recipe!
Chenée Lewis
Hi Michele -- sorry the baking time didn't work for you! It does sound like a difference in your oven temp, which is why I definitely recommend using an oven thermometer to make sure your oven temp is accurate. Glad you enjoyed the recipe otherwise!
Penelope
These turned out horribly. They were way too sweet and the texture of the cookie was off.
Chenée Lewis
Hi Penelope -- I always find that the texture and flavor of these cookies is fantastic, but sorry they weren't your cup of tea!
Chicks
I made these for Mother’s Day for friends, followed the recipe to a T and they were a HUGE HIT!! This will be my Go To now for Sugar Soft Cookies! Thank you soo much for sharing!
Chenée Lewis
I'm so glad to hear that! Thanks so much!
Karissa
Scouring the internet for a copycat Crumbl recipe of that delicious classic pink sugar cookie and thankfully came across Chenée’s! Highly recommend as they will be a hit with family and friends. The flavors are all there! Plus for a fraction of the price. It really hits the spot when you are craving Crumbl and rather save $4 per cookie🤭
Chenée Lewis
Thank you so much for your feedback! I'm so glad you liked them!
Teresa
This recipe is so good and definitely a crumbl copycat!! They are so, so good! I made some small and some large, and they all turned out great. It's important not to overbake them in order to keep them soft. =)
(I forgot the rating the first time. Feel free to delete.) =)
Chenée Lewis
Thank you so much! And very good tip to make sure not to overbake them! That's how they get that perfect texture 🙂
Miranda
My Queen!
These are not only Perfect replicas of the famous sugar cookie, they are an incredible interpretation of what frosted sugar cookies hope to be!
I have Just made these and my mind exploded! Thank you for this truly amazing and reliable recipe!!
I poured through so many recipes claiming to be Crumbl copycats, but yours stood out for the inclusion of vegetable oil and the use of heavy cream in the frosting. Feels like I struck Gold, genuinely! Their texture, chew, flavor, and creamy qualities are Exact! Bravo!! I’m sharing your recipe far and wide and will continue to forever!
Again, THANK YOU!! Can’t wait to try more of your work!!
Miranda
PS, I subbed Olive Oil for the vegetable oil (it’s just what I had on hand) but didn’t alter the amount you called for. And it worked perfectly, too! 🤩
Chenée Lewis
Great! Good to know that the substitution got good results 🙂
Chenée Lewis
You made my day with this comment! I'm so glad you think so -- the sugar cookie is my favorite from Crumbl so I really tried to do it justice!
Gunjan
these are the prettiest cookies i have come across so far. Absolutely delish and my toddler loved them.
Chenée Lewis
So glad they were a hit! Thanks!
silvia
These cookies are so easy to make, a simple recipe that creates beautiful-looking cookies. So beautiful that they are hard to eat 🙂 My kids loved them.
Chenée Lewis
Thank yoU! They're a favorite of mine!
Jacqueline Debono
We can't find crumbl cookies here in Italy but they look really good. Love the colour of the frosting! On my to-make list!
Chenée Lewis
Great! I think you'll like them!
Heather
Omg there’s a Crumbl store opening up near me soon but now I don’t have to wait! Can’t wait to make these they looo super soft and yummy
Chenée Lewis
Awesome! I hope you enjoy them!
Adriana
Lovely cookies! I enjoy the fact that you can freeze and make fresh baked cookies for later. Everyone loved them with milk and coffee.
Chenée Lewis
Thank you! They're definitely crowd pleasers.
Cathleen
I have heard such good things about crumbl cookies, but for me I just can't justify paying that much for a cookie!! I am so glad I can make it at home now 🙂
Leslie
This looks like the perfect cookie recipe. I love my cookies with icing so I know this won't disappoint!
Chenée Lewis
Oh yeah then you'll definitely like these!
Angie
The beautiful photo of your Crumbl Sugar Cookies immediately reminded me of the pink-iced teacakes my grandmother used to make when I was a young girl. So beautiful. Amazing taste!
Chenée Lewis
So glad you liked them!
Megan Ellam
I could not go past this recipe because they are about the prettiest cookies I have ever seen. I am absolutely going to make these this week. Thanks for sharing!
Chenée Lewis
Yay! Hope you love them!
Neni
These cookies are so delicious! Soft and chewy goodness. The frosting is even yummier. It's smooth and personally not too sweet like they usually are. So glad I found another great and easy recipe to add to our family desserts 😊. Thank you!
Chenée Lewis
Great to hear!! So glad you liked them!