Copycat Crumbl Pink Velvet Cookies Recipe (Easy Cake Mix Hack) Recipe
Introduction
These Copycat Crumbl Pink Velvet Cookies offer a delightful twist on classic cake mix cookies with their soft texture and vibrant pink color. Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, they make a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 box white cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
- 0.66 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 0.33 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp sour cream, full fat
- 1–2 drops pink gel food coloring
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 3.5–4 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 Tbsp milk, as needed
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, mix the white cake mix, flour, eggs, melted butter, sour cream, and pink gel food coloring until a thick cookie dough forms.
- Step 3: Use a 1/4 cup scoop to portion the dough. Shape each mound into a thick round disc to achieve bakery-style thickness.
- Step 4: Arrange the cookies on the baking sheet, spaced 2–3 inches apart. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers still look slightly underdone. Let cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Step 5: Beat the softened cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth. Add vanilla extract and powdered sugar, mixing until creamy. Add milk as needed to reach a piping consistency.
- Step 6: Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cookies using a large round piping tip, spiraling from the outside inward.
- Step 7: (Optional) Crumble one small extra cookie and sprinkle crumbs over the frosting for the signature Crumbl look.
Tips & Variations
- Shaping each cookie into a thick disc before baking is key to achieving the signature Crumbl cookie thickness and texture.
- Use gel food coloring instead of liquid to avoid altering the dough consistency.
- For a different flavor, try substituting the vanilla extract in the frosting with almond or lemon extract.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days due to the cream cheese frosting. Let them come to room temperature before serving for the best taste and texture. You can also freeze the unfrosted cookies for up to 3 months and frost them after thawing.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different cake mix flavor?
Yes, you can experiment with other white or yellow cake mixes, but keep in mind this will change the final cookie flavor and color.
Why do the cookies need to be thick discs?
Shaping the dough into thick discs ensures the cookies have a soft, bakery-style texture rather than spreading thin and becoming crisp.
PrintCopycat Crumbl Pink Velvet Cookies Recipe (Easy Cake Mix Hack) Recipe
This Copycat Crumbl Pink Velvet Cookies recipe uses a simple cake mix hack to create soft, thick, bakery-style cookies with a rich cream cheese frosting. Featuring a tender pink dough and a creamy, sweet icing, these cookies capture the iconic flavor and texture of Crumbl’s popular treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 large cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 box white cake mix (about 15.25 oz)
- 0.66 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 0.33 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp full-fat sour cream
- 1–2 drops pink gel food coloring
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 tsp vanilla extract
- 3.5–4 cups powdered sugar
- 2–3 Tbsp milk, as needed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and allow easy cleanup.
- Make Cookie Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, all-purpose flour, eggs, melted butter, sour cream, and pink gel food coloring. Stir until a thick cookie dough forms, ensuring all the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Portion and Shape Dough: Use a 1/4 cup scoop to portion the dough evenly. Shape each dough portion into a thick, round disc to achieve the signature bakery-style thickness that Crumbl cookies are known for.
- Bake the Cookies: Arrange the cookie discs on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2–3 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly underdone. This ensures a soft, chewy texture.
- Cool the Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets. This helps them firm up without losing softness.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth. Add vanilla extract and gradually mix in powdered sugar until creamy. If the frosting is too thick for piping, add milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until reaching the desired consistency.
- Frost the Cookies: Using a large round piping tip, pipe the cream cheese frosting onto the cooled cookies. Start piping spirals from the outside edge and work inward to create an even, attractive layer of frosting.
- Optional Decoration: For the authentic Crumbl look, crumble a small extra cookie and sprinkle its crumbs over the frosting while it’s still soft.
Notes
- Shaping the dough into thick discs before baking is crucial for achieving the soft, thick texture classic to Crumbl cookies.
- Use full-fat sour cream and cream cheese for the best flavor and texture in both the cookie and frosting.
- Adjust the amount of pink gel food coloring to achieve your preferred shade of pink without affecting taste.
- The frosting consistency can be adjusted with milk to suit piping preferences; too thin frosting will not hold shape, too thick will be difficult to pipe.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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