Crumbl Cookies Cake Batter Recipe How to Bake Your Sweet Dream at Home

Crumbl Cookies have become popular for their indulgent, bakery-style cookies, with the cake batter flavor being a standout. If you’re simply a sucker for soft, gooey cookies and the nostalgic taste of cake batter, well, this recipe is for you! This guide will walk you through recreating these irresistible cookies in your kitchen with minimal effort.

1. Cost-Effective: Ditch the bakery prices and whip up a batch at home for pennies on the dollar.
2. Customizable: Add your favorite sprinkles, chocolate chips, or food coloring to make them fit your day.
3. Always Fresh: Enjoy fresh-baked cookies whenever you want!

Ingredients

To create Crumbl Cookies’ cake batter-inspired cookies, you will need the following:

For the Cookies:

Butter: 1 cup (unsalted, softened)
Granulated Sugar: 3/4 cup
Brown Sugar: 1/2 cup
Vanilla Extract: 2 tsp
Eggs: 2 large
Cake Mix: 1 box (vanilla or yellow cake mix)
All-Purpose Flour: 1 1/2 cups
Baking Powder: 1 tsp
Salt: 1/2 tsp
Sprinkles: 1/2 cup

For the Frosting:

Butter: 1/2 cup (unsalted, softened)
Powdered Sugar: 2 cups
Vanilla Extract: 1 tsp
Milk: 2-3 tbsp (adjust for consistency)
Sprinkles: For garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. Cream the Butter and Sugars: Large mixing bowl: Beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
2. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
3. Mix Dry Ingredients: Mix the cake mix, flour, baking powder, and salt in a another bowl. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture a little at a time, stirring just until mixed.
4. Fold in Sprinkles: Gently fold in the sprinkles to avoid breaking them, ensuring even distribution.

Step 2: Shape the Cookies

1. Scoop the Dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the dough into balls. For large cookies, scoop about 3 tablespoons per cookie.
2. Chill the Dough: Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This aids in the cookies’ ability to hold their shape throughout baking.

Step 3: Bake the Cookies

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Bake: Place dough balls, separated by 2 inches, on the baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden at edges while the centres are soft and undercooked.
3. Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 min before moving it to a wire rack.

Step 4: Frosting

1. Cream the Butter: Beat the softened butter in a mixing bowl until creamy.
2. Add Powdered Sugar: Add powdered sugar gradually and mix on low speed to avoid a sugar cloud.
3. Add Vanilla and Milk: Until the frosting reaches the consistency you want, add the milk and vanilla extract one tablespoon at a time.

Step 5: Decorate the Cookies

1. Frost the Cookies: Once the cookies are cool, cover the cookies with a thick layer of frosting.
2. Sprinkle Some More: Sprinkle extra decorations onto the frosted cookies for an add-on festive look.

Perfect Cake Batter Cookies Tips

1. Don’t Omit the Chill: Chill the dough. This is avoided in order to not make the cookie spread excessively while baking.
2. Measure Accurately: Weigh out your dry ingredients on a kitchen scale, especially with the flour and cake mix.
3. Don’t Overbake: They will continue to cook a bit once they come out of the oven, so take them out when the centers are still soft.
4. Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Butter and eggs blend together much more smoothly and evenly when at room temperature.

Variations

1. Alternative Cake Mix: Use chocolate, strawberry, or funfetti cake mix to create a different flavor.

2. Mix-in ingredients: Add white chocolate chips, nuts, or crushed candy for added texture.

3. Color Scheme: Use colored sprinkles specifically for holidays, birthday cakes, or any occasion.

Storage

Room Temperature: Cookies can be kept for up to five days at room temperature in an airtight container.
Refrigerator: Refrigerate for up to 10 days for longer freshness.
Freeze: You can keep unfrosted cookies in the freezer for up to three months. Before decorating and serving, allow it defrost at room temperature.

Nutritional Information (Per Cookie)

Calories:~210
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Protein: 2g

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, but decrease the amount of added salt in this recipe for balance in flavors.

Can I make this a gluten-free recipe?

Absolutely! Replace the cake mix and flour with gluten-free options.

How can you soften butter in minutes?

Cut butter into small cubes and let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. Alternatively microwave it for 5-10 seconds (watching closely not to melt).

4. Can I freeze the dough instead of baking it all at once?

Yes, freeze the dough balls on a baking sheet, and then bag up to the freezer. Add two to three minutes to the baking time and bake straight from the freezer.

5. Cookie Secrets: How to Get Soft Cookies?

Underbaking a little and letting them cool on the baking sheet also helps to soften them.

Recreate the bakery experience from the comfort of your home by using this Crumbl Cookies cake batter recipe. Indulge in this treat on any occasion or just because!