Secret Recipe: How to Bake Crumbl’s Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies

🍪 Crack the Code: The Ultimate Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe (Made at Home!)

There’s a reason people line up for Crumbl chocolate chip cookies—that perfect combo of crispy edges, pillowy centers, and melty chocolate pockets that taste like happiness. Today, we’re sharing the ultimate Crumbl chocolate chip cookies recipe so you can recreate their iconic treats in your own kitchen—no store run required.

Why this copycat recipe works:

• Spot-on texture: Crispy golden outside with a cloud-soft center (just like the real deal!)
• Secret ingredient: Cornstarch + pudding mix for that signature Crumbl chew
• Freezer hack: Pre-portion dough to bake warm cookies anytime

Whether you’re a Crumbl superfan or just craving the thickest, softest chocolate chip cookies imaginable, this recipe delivers. Ready to bake smarter (not harder)? Let’s preheat those ovens!

🍪 Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Overview

⏳ Time Investment:

Prep Time	Chill Time	Bake Time	Total Time
15 minutes	1 hour	12 minutes	1 hour 27 minutes

🍽️ Yield:

12 bakery-sized cookies (3.5″ wide)

⚖️ Key Metrics (Per Cookie):

• Calories: ~320 kcal
• Carbs: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g (with chocolate chunks)

🌟 Why This Crumbl Cookies Copycat Recipe Works:

• Thick & soft texture: Cornstarch + pudding mix duo
• Authentic size: #16 cookie scoop (3 tbsp portions)
• Crumbl-style look: Hand-pressed chocolate pools

🔍 Crumbl Cookie Recipe Secrets Revealed:

• Bread flour > AP flour for chewiness
• 24-hour chill option for deeper flavor

🔪 Must-Have Tools for Crumbl-Style Cookies:

• #16 cookie scoop (or 1/4 cup measure)
• Stand mixer (or arm strength!)
• Parchment-lined baking sheet

🌡️ Storing Your Crumbl-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies:

• Dough balls freeze for 3 months
• Baked cookies: 3 days airtight (reheat for fresh taste)

🧈 Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies Ingredients (Copycat Recipe)

Pantry-friendly ingredients with a few clever twists to mimic Crumbl’s famous texture!

For the Cookies

• 2 ¼ cups (280g) bread flour (secret for chewiness – or use AP flour + 2 tbsp vital wheat gluten)
• 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix (the rumored Crumbl secret!)
• 1 tsp cornstarch (keeps centers soft for days)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ¾ tsp sea salt (flaky salt for that bakery-quality finish)

For the Wet Mix

• 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temp (65°F/18°C – use a thermometer!)
• ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar (packed – for caramelized edges)
• ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature (cold eggs = dense cookies)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract (use real, not imitation!)

Mix-Ins & Toppings

• 1 ½ cups (255g) chocolate chunks (Ghirardelli or chopped bar chocolate for pools)
• Extra chocolate chunks (for pressing on top post-bake – Crumbl’s signature look!)

Substitutions

• No pudding mix? Use 2 tbsp extra cornstarch + 1 tbsp milk powder
• Vegan? Plant-based butter + flax eggs (texture will differ slightly)
• Gluten-free? 1:1 GF flour blend + ½ tsp xanthan gum

🍪 Step-by-Step Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

📌 Prep Work for Perfect Crumbl Cookies:

• Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper
• Bring eggs to room temperature (place in warm water for 5 mins if needed)

STEP1 : Whisk Dry Ingredients

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together:
   • 2 ¼ cups (280g) bread flour
   • 1 (3.4oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix
   • 1 tsp cornstarch
   • 1 tsp baking soda
   • ¾ tsp sea salt
     👉 Pro Tip: Sift if your flour is lumpy!

STEP2 : Cream Butter & Sugars

1. Using a stand mixer with paddle attachment, beat on medium-high:
   • 1 cup (226g) softened butter (65°F/18°C)
   • ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
   • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
2. Mix 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy
   ✅ Visual Cue: Mixture should ribbon off the beater

STEP3 : Add Eggs & Vanilla

1. Beat in one at a time:
   • 2 large eggs
   • 2 tsp vanilla extract
2. Scrape bowl halfway
   ⚠️ Key Note: Overbeating here = tough cookies!

STEP4 : Combine Wet & Dry

1. With mixer on low, gradually add dry ingredients
2. Mix just until no flour streaks remain (~1 minute)
   👉 Texture Check: Dough should feel playdough-soft

STEP5 : Fold in Chocolate

1. By hand, gently fold in:
   • 1 ½ cups (255g) chocolate chunks
     🌟 Pro Move: Save ¼ cup for topping later

STEP6 : Chill (Don’t Skip!)

1. Cover bowl with plastic wrap
2. Refrigerate at least 1 hour (up to 72 hours for deeper flavor)
   ⏳ Science Note: Chilling prevents spread and enhances chew

STEP7 : Scoop & Bake

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
2. Use a #16 cookie scoop (3 tbsp) to portion 6 dough balls per sheet
3. Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers look underdone
   🔥 Signature Trick: Bang pan on counter at 8 mins for perfect thickness

STEP8 : Add Bakery Finish

1. Immediately press reserved chocolate chunks on top
2. Let cool 15 minutes on sheet (they’ll firm up!)

🔥 7 Secrets for Authentic Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies

1. The Temperature Trio

• Butter at 65°F (18°C): Use a thermometer! Too warm = flat cookies; too cold = dense texture.
• Eggs truly room temp: Submerge in warm water for 5 minutes if rushed.
• Chilled dough = Thick cookies: 1 hour minimum, but 24 hours deepens flavor.

2. Chocolate Pool Hack

• Reserve ¼ cup chunks: Press onto hot cookies post-bake for Insta-worthy molten pools.
• Chopped bars > chips: Irregular chunks create better melt (Ghirardelli 60% cacao recommended).

3. The Pan-Bang Secret

• At 8-minute mark: Lift baking sheet 6″ and drop onto oven rack to deflate slightly.
• Why? Creates perfect thickness with cracked edges.

4. Pudding Mix Science

• Instant vanilla only: Cooked pudding mix alters texture.
• No-substitute trick: Replace with 2 tbsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp milk powder if needed.

5. Scoop Like a Pro

• #16 scoop (3 tbsp): Pack dough tightly to prevent air pockets.
• Tall mounds > flat discs: Shape dough balls taller than wide for rise.

6. Oven Hotspots Check

• Test-bake 1 cookie first: Adjust time if edges brown too fast.
• Rotate pans at 5 mins: For even baking in home ovens.

7. Storage Mastery

• Freeze dough balls: Portion on parchment-lined tray, freeze solid, then bag for 3 months.
• Reheat baked cookies: 10 secs in microwave = fresh-from-oven gooeyness.

Fixing Common Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookie Issues

Problem	Fix
Flat cookies	Butter too warm/chill time skipped
Dry texture	Overbaked by 1-2 mins
Pale bottoms	Dark-colored pan needed
Dough too sticky	Add 1 tbsp flour (but don’t overmix)

❓ Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe FAQs

1. Why is my dough so sticky? Can I add more flour?

Resist the urge! Sticky dough = softer cookies. Chill for the full hour—it’ll firm up. If still unworkable, add 1 tbsp flour max (over-flouring makes cookies cakey).

2. Can I really skip the pudding mix?

Yes, but texture won’t be identical. Substitute:

• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp milk powder
• ½ tsp extra vanilla

3. How do I get those THICK Crumbl-style cookies?

Three secrets:

1. #16 scoop (3 tbsp portions)
2. Dough chilled 1+ hour
3. Pan-banging at 8-minute mark

4. Why are my cookies cakey instead of chewy?

Likely culprits:

• Overmixed dough
• Used baking powder instead of soda
• Eggs too cold when added

5. Can I freeze the baked cookies?

Freeze dough balls instead for fresher results! Baked cookies lose their softness. To freeze baked: layer with parchment (max 1 month).

6. What chocolate does Crumbl actually use?

They’ve confirmed Ghirardelli semi-sweet chunks—chopped bars mimic their irregular melty pockets better than chips

7. My cookies spread too much—help!

Prevent spread with:

• Cool baking sheets between batches
• Butter at 65°F (not melted)
• Don’t skip chilling

8. Can I make these smaller?

Use a #40 scoop (1.5 tbsp) for 24 mini cookies. Bake 8-9 mins—but they won’t have Crumbl’s signature thickness.

🍪 Crumbl Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe Success!

There you have it—the secret formula to Crumbl’s famous chocolate chip cookies, cracked and perfected for your home kitchen. With their crispy edges, cloud-soft centers, and those irresistible molten chocolate pools, these cookies will fool even the most devoted Crumbl fans.

📸 Show Off Your Bake!
Did your cookies come out Instagram-perfect? Tag @GoldenForkRecipes_ – we’d love to feature your creations!

Craving More Copycat Magic?
Try our other bakery-style recipes next:
🎂 Cotton Candy Cake – Fluffy, pastel, and nostalgic
🥯 NY-Style Onion Bagels – Chewy, savory, and freezer-friendly

Happy Baking!
The Golden Fork Team