Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of Chocolate Crumb Cake Crumbl Cookie Copycat! This delightful dessert combines the soft, chewy texture of a chocolate cookie with a crumbly chocolate streusel topping, creating a heavenly treat that’s perfect for chocolate lovers. Each bite is a perfect balance of sweetness and depth, reminiscent of a classic crumb cake but in cookie form. Ideal for sharing at parties or enjoying with a cozy cup of coffee, these cookies are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!
Ingredients
For the Cookie Base:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened: Provides richness and helps create a soft cookie.
- 1 cup granulated sugar: Sweetens the cookie base and helps achieve a chewy texture.
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed: Adds moisture and a hint of caramel flavor.
- 2 large eggs: Binds the ingredients together for a smooth, cohesive dough.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract: Enhances the overall flavor profile.
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour: The base of the cookie dough.
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder: Adds depth of flavor and richness.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda: Helps the cookies rise and become fluffy.
- ½ teaspoon salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors.
For the Crumb Topping:
- ½ cup all-purpose flour: Forms the base of the crumb topping.
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder: Adds chocolate flavor to the crumb.
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed: Sweetens the crumb topping and gives it moisture.
- ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed: Creates a rich, crumbly texture when mixed with dry ingredients.
- ½ cup chocolate chips: Adds a melty, chocolatey goodness to the topping.
Instructions
STEP 1: PREHEAT THE OVEN
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures even baking and allows the cookies to rise beautifully.
STEP 2: MAKE THE COOKIE DOUGH
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. This step incorporates air into the mixture, resulting in a tender cookie.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to dense cookies.
STEP 3: PREPARE THE CRUMB TOPPING
In another mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, and cold cubed butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
STEP 4: FORM THE COOKIES
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the cookie dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave enough space between each cookie, as they will spread while baking.
STEP 5: ADD THE CRUMB TOPPING
Scoop a generous amount of the crumb topping and sprinkle it over each cookie dough ball, pressing gently to help it adhere. Don’t worry if the crumb topping falls off a bit; it will form a delicious crust as it bakes.
STEP 6: BAKE THE COOKIES
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
STEP 7: COOL AND ENJOY
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help them maintain their shape and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Baking Time: 12-15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 4g