Why You’ll Love Crumbl Cookie Copycat Recipe

You get that signature soft, chewy, and thick texture at home
The cream cheese frosting adds a rich, tangy sweetness
It’s surprisingly simple — uses common pantry ingredients
You can easily flavor or color the frosting for variety

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

For the cookies:

Brown sugar
Granulated sugar
Butter (melted or softened)
Egg
Vanilla extract
Plain/all‑purpose flour
Cornstarch
Baking powder
Baking soda
Salt

For the cream cheese frosting:

Cream cheese
Butter
Icing sugar (powdered sugar)
Vanilla extract

Directions

Preheat & prepare pans. Preheat your oven (often to ~175 °C / 350 °F). Line your baking sheet(s) with parchment paper.
Mix wet ingredients. In a bowl, cream or combine melted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla, mixing until fully incorporated.
Combine dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Bring together dough. Gradually add the dry mix into the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Portion cookies. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing them apart because they’ll spread a bit.
Bake. Bake for the recommended time — usually until the edges are lightly golden but centers still look soft.
Cool. Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully.
Make frosting. While cookies cool, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add icing sugar and vanilla until creamy and spreadable.
Frost cookies. Once cookies are fully cooled, frost the tops generously with the cream cheese mixture.

Servings and timing

Yield / Servings: Makes about 12–16 large cookies (depending on scoop size)
Prep time: ~15–20 minutes
Bake time: ~10–14 minutes
Cooling & frosting time: ~20–30 minutes
Total time: ~45–60 minutes

Variations

Add mix‑ins to the cookie dough (e.g. chocolate chips, toffee bits, nuts)
Flavor the frosting (e.g. add citrus zest, cocoa powder, or a drop of food coloring)
Use mascarpone or ricotta instead of cream cheese for a different tang
Make them miniature (smaller cookies) to increase yield
Add a drizzle of melted chocolate or caramel on top

Storage/Reheating

Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator (because of the cream cheese frosting) for up to 3–4 days.
Freezing: You can freeze the unfrosted cookies (wrapped well) for up to 2 months; thaw completely and then frost before serving.
Reheating: Warm a frosted cookie in the microwave for 5–8 seconds to soften slightly before serving.

FAQs

What makes Crumbl cookies different from regular cookies?

Crumbl cookies are extra thick, soft, and almost cake‑like in texture, often with a rich frosting topper.

Can I omit the cream cheese frosting?

Yes — you can serve them plain, or top with buttercream or glaze instead.

Can I make them gluten‑free?

You’d need a good 1:1 gluten‑free flour blend. Results may vary in texture.

Why do my cookies spread too thin?

Possible reasons: dough was too warm, your butter too soft or melted, or you under‑chilled before baking.

Should the cookies be cooled before frosting?

Yes — frosting on warm cookies will melt and slide off.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, just maintain ingredient proportions and bake in batches.

Why is my frosting grainy?

If the cream cheese or butter wasn’t fully softened, or if you overbeat after adding sugar, you may get graininess.

Can I make the frosting less sweet?

Yes — reduce the icing sugar a bit, or increase ratio of cream cheese to sugar.

How do I get perfect round shapes?

Use a cookie scoop and chill dough slightly before baking for cleaner edges.

Can I use margarine instead of butter?

You can, but butter gives better flavor and texture. Margarine may affect spread and taste.

Conclusion

This Crumbl Cookie copycat lets you enjoy those bakery‑style cookies right in your kitchen. With a soft, thick texture and luscious cream cheese frosting, it’s a treat worth making. Try customizing with your favorite mix‑ins or frosting flavors — and enjoy sharing (if you can resist eating them all yourself).