If you love the famous frosted sugar cookies from Crumbl Cookies, this Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookie copycat recipe lets you recreate the iconic bakery treat at home. These large, soft sugar cookies have a rich buttery flavor and are topped with a thick layer of smooth pink almond buttercream frosting. Perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want a bakery-style frosted sugar cookie, this homemade version is easy to make and tastes just like the original Crumbl favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Tastes just like the famous Crumbl cookie – This homemade version recreates the soft, buttery sugar cookies from Crumbl Cookies with their signature almond flavor and thick pink frosting.
- Giant bakery-style cookies – These cookies are large, soft, and perfectly thick, just like the ones you get at a bakery.
- Rich almond buttercream frosting – The smooth pink frosting adds a sweet, creamy layer that pairs perfectly with the tender sugar cookie base.
- Easy copycat recipe – You can make these popular bakery cookies at home with simple ingredients and no special equipment.
- Perfect for celebrations – These soft frosted sugar cookies are great for birthdays, holidays, cookie exchanges, or whenever you want a fun bakery-style dessert.
Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookie Copycat Recipe (Soft Almond Frosted Cookies)
Equipment
- Stand mixer or electric hand mixer
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and measuring spoons
- Large cookie scoop (about ¼ cup)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Spatula or butter knife (for frosting)
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
Sugar Cookies
- ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp almond extract
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cream of tartar
- ½ tsp salt
Pink Almond Frosting
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1–2 tbsp heavy cream
- Pink food coloring
Instructions
Preheat the oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cream the butter and sugars
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Add the wet ingredients
- Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract until fully combined and smooth.
Combine the dry ingredients
- In a separate bowl whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
Make the cookie dough
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
Shape the cookies
- Scoop about ¼ cup of dough for each cookie and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet about 3 inches apart, then gently flatten each ball into a thick disc.
Bake the cookies
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Do not overbake. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on a cooling rack.
Make the pink almond frosting
- In a clean bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add the powdered sugar, almond extract, and heavy cream, then mix until smooth and fluffy. Add pink food coloring and mix until you reach the classic Crumbl pink color.
Frost the cookies
- Once the cookies are fully cooled, spread a thick layer of pink almond frosting over each cookie using a spatula or butter knife.
Chill before serving (optional but authentic)
- For the most authentic bakery-style texture, chill the frosted cookies for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
The signature flavor of the classic pink cookie from Crumbl Cookies comes from almond extract in both the cookie dough and frosting, which gives these cookies their distinct bakery-style taste. Make thick bakery-style cookies
For the classic Crumbl look, use large cookie dough portions (about ¼ cup each) and slightly flatten them before baking. This creates the signature large, soft sugar cookies. Do not overbake
These cookies should remain soft and pale in the center. Remove them from the oven when the edges are just set to keep the texture tender and chewy. Chill for the authentic Crumbl experience
Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookies are traditionally served chilled, which helps the almond frosting firm up and creates the classic texture. Customize the frosting color
You can adjust the amount of pink food coloring to create a light pastel pink frosting or a deeper bakery-style pink, depending on your preference. Storage tips
Store frosted cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving for the best texture.
Ingredient Tips
Butter
Use softened unsalted butter for the best texture. Properly softened butter creams smoothly with the sugar and helps create soft, tender bakery-style sugar cookies.
Cream of tartar
Cream of tartar is a key ingredient in many classic sugar cookies. It gives these cookies their slightly tangy flavor and soft chewy texture, which helps mimic the famous cookies from Crumbl Cookies.
Almond extract
The signature flavor of the pink sugar cookie comes from almond extract. A small amount adds the classic bakery flavor that makes these cookies taste like the real Crumbl version.
Powdered sugar
Powdered sugar is used in both the cookie dough and frosting to create a smooth texture and soft bite.
Pink food coloring
Use gel or liquid pink food coloring to achieve the iconic soft pink frosting color seen on Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookies. A small amount goes a long way.
Pro Tips
Use large cookie portions
For authentic bakery-style cookies, scoop about ¼ cup of dough for each cookie. Large cookies create the thick, soft centers that make copycat Crumbl Cookies recipes so popular.
Do not overbake
The cookies should look pale and slightly soft in the center when you remove them from the oven. They will continue to set as they cool, keeping the texture soft and tender.
Flatten the dough slightly
Gently press the dough balls into thick discs before baking. This helps create the classic wide Crumbl-style cookie shape.
Cool cookies completely before frosting
Make sure the cookies are fully cooled before adding the pink almond frosting. Frosting warm cookies will cause the buttercream to melt.
Chill for the authentic texture
For the most authentic experience, refrigerate the frosted cookies for about 30 minutes before serving, just like the original bakery cookies.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerator
Store frosted cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Keeping them chilled helps the pink almond frosting stay firm and creamy.
Room Temperature
Unfrosted cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Freezing
You can freeze unfrosted sugar cookies for up to 2 months. Place cookies in a freezer-safe container or bag, then thaw at room temperature before frosting and serving.
Best serving tip
For the best texture and flavor, serve the cookies slightly chilled, just like the classic cookies from Crumbl Cookies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are Crumbl Pink Sugar Cookies served chilled?
The original pink sugar cookies from Crumbl Cookies are often served chilled because it helps the almond buttercream frosting firm up and gives the cookies their signature creamy texture.
Can I make these sugar cookies without almond extract?
Yes. If you prefer, you can replace the almond extract with vanilla extract for a more classic sugar cookie flavor. However, almond extract gives the cookies the distinctive taste that makes the pink sugar cookie famous.
Why are my sugar cookies spreading too much?
If your cookies spread too much, the butter may have been too warm or the dough may need chilling. Chilling the dough for 20–30 minutes before baking helps keep the cookies thick and bakery-style.
Can I make the cookies smaller?
Yes. You can scoop 2–3 tablespoon portions instead of large bakery-sized cookies. Reduce the baking time to 8–10 minutes if making smaller cookies.
Can I make the frosting ahead of time?
Yes. The pink almond buttercream frosting can be made 1–2 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Let it soften slightly at room temperature before spreading on the cookies.
Can these cookies be made ahead for parties?
Absolutely. Bake the cookies a day in advance and frost them once cooled. Store them in the refrigerator so they stay fresh and ready to serve.
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