Crumbl Waffle Cookies Recipe

Introduction

These Crumbl Waffle Cookies are soft, buttery, and beautifully patterned with a classic waffle design. Topped with a smooth vanilla buttercream frosting and a touch of maple syrup, they make a delightful treat perfect for sharing or savoring any time.

Ingredients

• 1½ cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 3 eggs
• 3 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 tsp baking powder
• 5 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup salted butter (softened)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2½ tbsp milk (for thinning)
• ½ cup maple syrup

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 375℉. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Step 3: Mix in the eggs, vanilla extract, and baking powder until well combined.
4. Step 4: Gradually add the flour, mixing slowly until the dough starts to form large pieces.
5. Step 5: Using a 3-inch cookie scoop (about ⅓ cup of dough), place dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 3 inches between each cookie.
6. Step 6: Flatten each cookie to about ½ inch thickness. Use a wooden skewer to gently create a waffle pattern on the surface of each cookie.
7. Step 7: Bake for 11–14 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden brown.
8. Step 8: While the cookies are still hot, gently re-press the waffle lines if they have flattened. Transfer cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely.
9. Step 9: For the vanilla buttercream frosting, cream together the softened salted butter and vanilla extract using a mixer.
10. Step 10: Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until smooth. Add milk a little at a time to reach desired frosting consistency.
11. Step 11: Place a scoop of frosting on each cooled cookie using a 1-inch cookie scoop. Drizzle with maple syrup for garnish.
12. Step 12: Serve and enjoy your delicious waffle cookies!

Tips & Variations

• Make sure your butter is softened but not melted for the best creaming results.
• For a richer flavor, substitute half the vanilla extract with almond extract.
• Try swapping maple syrup with honey or caramel drizzle for a different twist.
• If you prefer a firmer frosting, add more powdered sugar gradually.

Storage

Store the waffle cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them refrigerated for up to a week. When ready to eat, bring them back to room temperature or warm slightly in the microwave for 10-15 seconds. Frosted cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored refrigerated with a layer of parchment paper between them to prevent sticking.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these cookies gluten-free?

Yes, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Be sure to choose a blend that contains xanthan gum or add it separately to help maintain the texture.

How do I keep the waffle pattern from disappearing after baking?

Press the waffle lines gently back into the cookies while they’re still warm from the oven. This helps the pattern remain visible once cooled.

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Crumbl Waffle Cookies are soft, buttery cookies with a distinctive waffle pattern, baked to golden perfection and topped with a smooth vanilla buttercream frosting and a drizzle of maple syrup. This recipe yields 20 deliciously textured cookies that blend sweet, rich flavors with a playful design, perfect for a cozy dessert or special occasion treat.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 14 minutes
• Total Time: 39 minutes
• Yield: 20 cookies 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

• 1½ cup butter (softened)
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 3 eggs
• 3 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 tsp baking powder
• 5 cup all-purpose flour

Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

• ½ cup salted butter (softened)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2½ tbsp milk (for thinning)
• ½ cup maple syrup (for drizzling)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 375℉ (190℃). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside to ensure a non-stick surface for your cookies.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, forming the base for your cookie dough.
3. Add Eggs, Vanilla, and Baking Powder: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and baking powder, making sure all ingredients are well combined to help your cookies rise.
4. Incorporate Flour: Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour until the dough begins to form large clumps and can be handled without sticking excessively to your hands.
5. Scoop Dough onto Baking Sheets: Using a 3-inch cookie scoop (approximately ⅓ cup of dough), place dough portions about 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow room for spreading.
6. Shape and Pattern Cookies: Flatten each cookie gently to about ½ inch thickness. Use a wooden skewer to press a waffle pattern into each cookie, giving them their signature look.
7. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 11 to 14 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden brown, signaling they are cooked through.
8. Deepen Waffle Lines if Needed: If the waffle lines flatten during baking, while the cookies are still warm, gently press the pattern back in with the wooden skewer for a sharper design. Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack to cool completely.
9. Prepare Vanilla Buttercream Frosting: Using a hand or stand mixer, cream together the softened salted butter and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
10. Add Powdered Sugar and Milk: Gradually add powdered sugar to the butter mixture and mix well. Add milk slowly to achieve your desired frosting consistency; it should be thick enough to hold but spreadable.
11. Frost and Garnish Cookies: Using a 1-inch cookie scoop, place dollops of the vanilla buttercream frosting on each cooled cookie. Drizzle the top generously with maple syrup for added sweetness and flair.
12. Serve and Enjoy: Allow the frosting to set slightly before serving these delightful waffle cookies, perfect for sharing or enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.

Notes

• For best results, make sure butter is softened but not melted before creaming.
• The wooden skewer pattern should be done just before baking to ensure distinct waffle lines.
• Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
• Adjust the milk in the frosting to achieve your preferred thickness.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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