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Everyone falls in love with the first bite of these Copycat Crumbl Christmas Sugar Cookies. The melt-in-your-mouth, buttery cookies with a cloud of sweet Christmasy buttercream are irresistibly delicious!
When I was thinking about a signature Christmas cookie for 2021, I had lots of ideas but it didn't take long to settle on these Copycat Crumbl Christmas Sugar Cookies. They're an adaptation of our original Copycat Crumbl Sugar Cookies, just dressed up in some pretty holiday clothes.
I decided not to reinvent the wheel (although we do have another delicious holiday cookie coming up) because our original Crumbl Sugar Cookies brought tons of rave reviews. Here are a few of them.
AMAZING! I don't know what a Crumble cookie is but these have the taste of an expensive bakeshop cookie, were easy to make and look festive. I made mine for the 4th of July holiday - did not tint the frosting and decorated with red, white and blue jimmies. Everyone raved. So buttery, just right cakiness texture and the touch of almond makes everyone think I either spent a fortune or hours making neither of which were true. Thank you for making me look good!
I made these at my daughter’s house. She and her boyfriend loved them and thought they were just like Crumbl cookies... even better!
These cookies are nothing short of magical. I want to thank you for sharing your cooking and baking expertise.
Oh. My. Word. I finally got around to making these - practicing for Christmas gift giving. These cookies are outrageous!
Sugar cookies are #1 with me so I give all new recipes a try. These cookies are melt-in-my-mouth soft and my new favorite; thanks for the recipe.
There are more, but I think you get the idea, these Crumbl Christmas Sugar Cookies ALWAYS bring lots of 5-star comments!
What is a Crumbl cookie?
Wondering what in the world a "Crumbl" cookie is? Crumbl is a chain of cookie shops here in the U.S. that's popularity has spread like wildfire over the past 2-3 years. They have lots of different varieties although their sugar cookies are probably the most popular and beloved.
If you've never had the pleasure of experiencing Crumbl Sugar Cookies, you've been missing out on something wonderfully delicious. They're big, soft sugar confections that are topped with a beautiful swirl of fluffy pink buttercream icing. They're pretty enough to make them quite irresistible but then you take the first melt-in-your-mouth bite... and that seals the deal!
One Bowl, No Mixer needed!
I love that you can mix up this dough quickly with just one bowl and no mixer needed. It's a simple dough with just a few basic ingredients; butter, sugar, eggs, flour baking powder, salt and vanilla. You probably have everything you need to whip up a batch right in your cupboard and pantry.
The buttercream is just as simple; butter, half and half, powdered sugar and vanilla and almond extracts. Again it can be whisked together by hand in one bow. Of course, if you prefer using an electric mixer, it's not a problem. I just love the simplicity of mixing up something delicious with just one bowl and a sturdy spatula.
Large, small... or anywhere in between!
Make the cookies any size you like. Authentic Crumbl cookies are quite large, I generally make mine a little smaller for better portion control but the larger size is really nice for gifting. Yes, these Crumbl Christmas Sugar Cookies make a wonderful gift! Who wouldn't love to receive a box of these beauties tied with a pretty bow?
We've created a free, printable gift label to make your packages look super festive and professional.
If you'd like to receive the labels, simply leave a comment in the comment section below this post. We will email a PDF for the labels and instructions on how to print them up yourself. We'll also include links for the boxes and ribbon pictured in this post.
Make a batch of these fabulous Crumbl Sugar cookies and bring smiles of delight to your family, friends, neighbors, teachers... Hide one or two for yourself, make a fire and a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the season! Cheers!
Cafe Tips for making these Copycat Crumbl Christmas Sugar Cookies
- Because this recipe does not require a mixer, the butter needs to be nice and soft. You can let butter sit out at room temperature but if the air is chilly in your house, it won't get soft enough. Here are some ways to soften butter:
- You can soften the butter in the microwave on power level 10%. It works like magic. You’ll need to experiment a bit with your microwave though, as they’re all different. Start with 1 minute. Add 20 to 30-second increments until you learn how long your microwave will take to get the butter nice and soft, but not melted.
- Another technique I often use to soften butter is to put it in the microwave for a few hours with the light on. To keep the light on in the microwave I put a folded paper towel in the door.
- Boil a cup of water in the microwave for 3-4 minutes and get things nice and steamy. Leave the water cup in the microwave, add the butter and close the door. The warmth from the steamy water will help to quickly soften the butter.
- Cutting the butter into small pieces helps it soften quicker.
- Place the hard butter on a small plate. Fill a bowl with hot water. Wait 5 minutes then discard the water. Put the warm bowl over the butter.
- Put the butter in the oven with the light turned on. This will take a few hours.
- The fastest way to soften butter is to put cold butter in the microwave for 10 seconds. Turn it to the opposite side and microwave for another 10 seconds. It might be ready at this point, but if it’s not completely soft, add one or two more 5-second stints.
- Don't skip the one-hour chilling time. It really makes the cookies easy to scoop up and helps them not spread too much in the oven. I have chilled the dough as long as overnight. If you chill it for more than an hour, let it sit out for 15 minutes to soften a bit before scooping up the balls.
- I like to add a bit of peppermint extract to the buttercream but that's up to you. You can also use vanilla extract and a few drops of almond extract which would be similar to the real deal Crumbl Sugar Cookies.
- I like to use a retractable ice cream scoop to make these cookies and scoop up uniform size balls of dough.
- If you want all of your cookies to be precisely the same size, use a scale. I make my smaller cookies right around 35g and the larger ones (like you see in the gift box above, 50g.
- If you're in the market for new sheet pans I love these OXO Good Grip Sheet Pans. They're really sturdy and hold up well.
- I love these pre-cut parchment paper sheets, and use them all the time for baking. They're the perfect size for sheet pans. They save lots of time, are easy to store and a box lasts forever!
- For those of you living outside the U.S., half and half is an American convenience product that's often used for a coffee creamer. It's half milk and half heavy cream.
- I found the best way to spread the icing on these Copycat Crumbl Sugar Cookies is with a small butter knife. If I want to frost a bunch of cookies quickly, I stuff the icing in a disposable icing bag and squeeze a big round plop on top of each cookie then spread out the icing with a butter knife.
- I sprinkle the iced cookies with nonpareils in holiday hues. I really like this Jingle Mix.
Thought for the day:
After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea,
during the time of King Herod,
Magi, from the east, came to Jerusalem and asked,
“Where is the One who has been born king of the Jews?
We saw His star when it rose and have come to worship Him.
What we're listening to for inspiration:
If you enjoyed this recipe, please come back and leave a star rating and review! It’s so helpful to other readers to hear your results, adaptations and ideas for variations.
- ¾ cup very soft butter I use salted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons very soft butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt if using unsalted butter
- 2¼-2 ½ tablespoons half & half
- ½ teaspoon peppermint extract OR
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract and ⅛ teaspoon almond extract
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In a large bowl, combine the butter and sugar and stir until nice and creamy. Add the eggs and vanilla and stir until combined.
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Add the baking powder and salt and stir to combine. Lastly, add the flour and stir until it’s completely incorporated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to chill for one hour.
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Preheat the oven to 350˚F. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
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Scoop up the dough into 1½-3 tablespoon scoops. Roll the scoops into balls and place about 2 inches apart on the prepared sheet pan. With a flat bottom glass, press each dough ball down to create a ½-inch tall cookie. I like to place a small piece of parchment paper on top of the dough ball before pressing to flatten it. The parchment will keep the dough from sticking to the bottom of the glass.
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Bake for 12-16 minutes or until the cookies are just beginning to turn golden at the edges. Don’t overbake.
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Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
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While the cookies are cooling make the icing by combining the soft butter, powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of the half and half and extracts in a medium-size bowl. Stir together until creamy and well combined. If icing is stiff add more half and half, a teaspoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. You want a thick, but nicely spreadable consistency. Add 2-4 drops of green food coloring to get a pretty green color
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To frost the cookies, spread each cookie with a generous spoonful of frosting and spread to just within the edges of the cookies. You can also use a piping bag with a large round tip. Pipe the icing, starting in the center and working your way to near the edges. Then use a small offset knife to spread the icing with a circular motion. Sprinkle the cookies with Christmasy nonpareils right away, before the icing dries. Allow the icing to set for about 30 minutes.
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Once set, cover and store the cookies in an airtight container (separate layers with parchment or wax paper) for 2-3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Sheri says
I’ve never had crumbl cookies yet but I’ve heard about them. Can’t wait to try your recipe. I wld also love those labels plz.
Chris Scheuer says
Sending them your way, Sheri!
Nancy Byrge says
I would love to have the labels to pretty up my gift-giving of these wonderful cookies. Merry Christmas!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Nancy!
Anne-Louise Hill says
I have yet to try these but thought they would make a nice Xmas gift. I just tried you peppermint chocolate cookies . Superb! You make the best cookies. I had recently tried a bakery. Erosion of your cookies and searched you site …and sure enough your recipe was far superior. Kudos again!
Can’t wait to try these.
From your Canadian #1 Fan
Anne-Louise
Chris Scheuer says
Thank you, Anne-Louise! We will send the labels your way.
Margaret says
Please send the sugar cookie labels its cookie baking time.
Thanks
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Margaret!
Laura says
These are so good! Please send labels. Thank you
Chris Scheuer says
Thanks, Laura! Sending them now.
Barbara says
Wonderful recipe. Would love the labels for gift giving.
Thanks
Chris Scheuer says
Sending them your way, Barbara!
Carol Wright says
Wonderful cookies! I'd love to receive the printable labels for gift giving. You think of everything
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Carol!
Diana Van Oirschot says
Your recipes never disappoint. Excellent cookies, thank you! Also, Thank you in advance for making the labels. Feeling confident now to make some more; I would love to print some for gift giving as well!
Chris Scheuer says
Thank you, Diana! Sending them your way.
Linda Demler says
Thank you for offering the Xmas sugar crumble cookie labels I intend to make the cookies this Christmas for friends and family. The label's will be a great touch. Thanks in advance, Linda
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Linda!
Penny Mecklenburg says
I love Crumble cookies. Can't wait to make these. I may try some different flavors as well. Please send the lable pdf.
Chris Scheuer says
Sending them your way, Penny!
Basha Beach says
I'd love a copy of these labels and the sugarplum fairy labels please. Thank you!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Basha!
Liz says
These look fabulous. Please send labels.
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Liz!
Beverly McDowell says
Another delicious recipe from you. I would appreciate receiving the labels . Thank you!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Beverly!
Diane says
I’m putting together a Christmas baking package to send from Alberta to family in Vermont. Would it work to turn these into sandwich cookies so the frosting doesn’t get squished? Or do you think they are too fragile to send? They were here last Christmas and they loved these cookies! Thank you Chris.
Chris Scheuer says
Hi Diane, I thin if you pack carefully and protect the cookies, they should be fine as sandwich cookies
Jennifer says
Looking forward to making these for the holidays. They sound delicious and look very festive. I’d love to have the label pdf for gifting.
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Jennifer!
Shannon says
Hi, thank you for this recipe! I'm a cookier in Ontario Canada and I'm looking to add some simpler add-ons for my customers. I would love the labels you're offering!!! I just reached out to a local person to have labels made and she's asking almost $1/label. Too expensive to add to my cost. So this is a great alternative.
Chris Scheuer says
Sending them your way, Shannon!
Pam Tidwell says
Would love a copy of the labels for these delicious looking Christmas sugar cookies! Thank you as always! Your delicious recipes have put me in the mood for Christmas gift giving!
Pam
Chris Scheuer says
Happy to send them your way, Pam!
Cynthia says
Hey Chris!
I left a detailed comment for the pink ones and we will be baking up both. I love these cookies so I prefer not to make too often lol but the grandchildren will be baking these for gifts so it will save me from devouring them all lol.
And we will love the pdf labels for these also although we may have to go on the hunt for appropriate coloured boxes that’s okay too!
Chris Scheuer says
Hi Cynthia, just sent you the labels. I changed the color a bit on one of them to make it more appropriate for this time of year. Enjoy!
Cynthia says
Another awesome cookie! Baking for Easter, my grand daughters want pink and the grand sons want the green ones (not peppermint tho lol) and my surprise for them is Easter bunny cream puffs, these are total cuteness (not sure if it’s okay to post a link to the recipe) but would love the labels pdf too and will pick up some boxes and such. They are all so excited! Thanks!
Nelda says
I am going to have to try this because I love these Cookies. I would also love the PDF labels.
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Nelda!
Dennise Ziaja says
Just saw that a Crumbl cookie store would be opening near me down here in Deep South Texas! So I did a search then remembered that I saw this post awhile back and pinned it. Are these cookies similar to Lofthouse cookies.? I can’t find them down here and have to settle for a large chain store version which does in a pinch. I will of course check out the new Crumbl store when it opens. Also wanted to say that I just love your recipes and your no knead breads and rolls have earned me lots of compliments as I gift them to friends here in our retirement community. Ridiculously easy for sure!
Chris Scheuer says
Hi Dennise, these cookies are not as soft as the Lofthouse cookies. I'm so glad you are enjoying the recipes!
JJnAZ says
You saved me! So much better than rolling and cutting! These are delicious, frosting, and just with sparkling sugars on top - but of course- we all want the frosting! Thank you for sharing! You make it all so easy!
Chris Scheuer says
Awesome! Thank you for letting us know, JJnAZ!
Diana Bloomer says
I have made 5 batches of these cookies so far and they are delicious! I have given some of them away as gifts and everyone has loved them. This just might be the cookie I enter next year in our town's cookie contest! Thank you for this recipe and your wonderful blog! Merry Christmas!
PS I would love to have the labels. Thank you!
Chris Scheuer says
That's awesome, Diana 🥰 Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Debbie Dennis says
Would appreciate the labels file....
Merry Christmas!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Debbie!
Susan says
Merry Christmas! Another cookie to try! Yum!
Chris Scheuer says
Enjoy, Susan!
Susan says
Would also like the labels! Thank you.
Chris Scheuer says
Sure thing!
Cynthia says
Would love to have the label PDF. Thankyou for the recipe!
Chris Scheuer says
Sure, Cynthia!