Description
When we talk about a copycat crumbl pink sugar cookie with almond frosting, we are describing an incredibly thick, heavy, bakery-style sugar cookie that perfectly replicates the flavor profile and presentation of the modern bakery phenomenon. Unlike traditional thin, crispy holiday cookies that are meant for cutting into shapes, this specific dessert is massive, delightfully dense, and prized for its remarkably soft and tender center.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 2¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
For the Almond Frosting
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (or milk)
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring (gel preferred)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop about ¼ cup of dough per cookie and roll into balls. Slightly flatten each ball and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Do not overbake.
- Cool the cookies completely.
- For the frosting, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, then mix in the heavy cream, almond extract, vanilla extract, and a few drops of pink food coloring until smooth and fluffy.
- Spread or pipe the frosting onto the cooled cookies.
- Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving to help the frosting set.
Notes
If you love thick, bakery-style sugar cookies, this homemade version is sure to become a favorite. Every bite is perfectly soft, sweet, and topped with a smooth, creamy almond frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 340 kcal
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