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The Easiest Crumbl Pink Donut Cookies

Published on June 16, 2022 by Chahinez 21 Comments

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Crumbl pink donut cookies or pink doughnut cookies depending on how you want to spell it out are a fun twist on a regular donut-turned cookie. It is made with a thick, chewy, and buttery sugar cookie topped with homemade pink glaze, and rainbow sprinkles. YUM!

Since you’re here, I know you’ll also like Crumbl Lemon Crinkle Cookies with Cake Mix, Crumbl Berry Crunch Cookies Copycat Recipe, The Best Chilled Crumbl Key lime Pie Cookies, and even The best Crumbl Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies EVER!

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Pink doughnut cookies, I mean how crazy does that sound?!! Imagine biting into the cutest little (or should I say huge, since the Crumbl cookies are so big) hitting that layer or pink vanilla glaze then that buttery cookie. It’ll play quite the trick on you I would even go as far as saying it’ll remind you of that show “is it cake?” on Netflix.

This is the best Crumbl Pink Donut Cookies

If you do a quick search online, you’ll notice that most of these pink donut cookies are more of a crispy, thinner sugar cookie type but sometimes that’s not what you want and that’s why this recipe is so special.

It yields a thicker more buttery and chewy cookie that will satisfy those who aren’t that into crunchy cookies!

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Why you need to make this recipe!

  • This recipe is so easy to make!
  • These cookies are perfect for family gatherings, birthdays, and any kid’s parties too.
  • With this recipe, you will be able to have your favorite Crumbl cookies anytime the craving hits without having to wait months for them to come back in stores.
  • This recipe will cost you a fraction of the price that it would cost at Crumbl, saving you a ton of money.
  • Saving the best part for last, unlike Crumbl, with this recipe you will also get donut holes!
Crumbl pink donut cookies ingredients

Ingredients for this Crumbl Pink Donut Cookies

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this__. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed ingredient measurements.

  • Butter- You can use either salted or unsalted butter as long as it’s softened.
  • Brown & granulated sugar– The cookie base uses a mix of sugars to give it that perfect texture.
  • Egg– The egg is our binding agent here. Make sure to use an egg at room temperature.
  • Butter vanilla emulsion– The butter vanilla flavoring is what. I used it for the cookie base to give them that iconic Crumbl buttery cookie flavor.
  • Flour– AP flour will work great for this recipe.
  • Salt– Always use a little salt in your baked goods to balance out the sweetness of the recipe.
  • Baking powder– The baking powder will add a little height to the cookies.
  • Powdered sugar– The powdered sugar is the base of our glaze.
  • Pink gel food coloring– I use the Wilton pink gel food coloring, starting with a little at a time until the desired color is reached.
  • Milk– A little milk is used to thin out the glaze for our donut cookies.
  • Rainbow sprinkles– I love how rainbow sprinkles look on these cookies but you can use whatever sprinkles you like.

How to make Crumbl Pink Donut Cookies

This is how you can make this recipe. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed instructions!

  1. Cream the butter and sugars together until creamy.
  2. Add in the egg and vanilla butter emulsion and mix.
  3. Mix in the dry ingredients until the flour mixture disappears.
  4. Scoop equally sized cookie dough balls, place them on the parchment-lined baking sheet and gently flatten to about ½ inch in thickness, and bake.
  5. Let the cookies cool down then using a small round cookie cutter cut out the center of each cookie.
  6. Dip in the pink glaze, top with sprinkles, let set, and enjoy!
Creamed butter and sugar in mixing bowl
Buttery sugar cookie dough
Sugar cookie dough on baking sheet
Hand cutting cookie in the center
Donut shaped sugar cookies
Pink donut cookies

Frequently asked questions – FAQ

How to store these Curmbl pink donut cookies?

These cookies can be stored in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Since the glaze does set, you can stack them without any issues.

Stack of crumbl pink doughnut cookies

Can I freeze donut cookies?

You sure can! These cookies freeze beautifully.

place them in an air-tight container making sure to separate each layer of cookies with wax or parchment paper, and freeze for up to 3 months. Once ready to enjoy, let the cookies thaw in the fridge overnight or on the countertop for a few hours and enjoy!

Can I make mini donut cookies?

You sure can! Instead of making 6 large donut cookies, you can make 12 smaller ones. Cut a hole in the center using a smaller cookie cutter or even a boba straw or a knife then glaze as you would the larger ones.

Crumbl pink donut cookie with a bite taken out of it

Crumbl Pink Donut Cookies

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Crumbl pink donut cookies

Crumbl Pink Donut Cookies

These Crumbl pink donut cookies are easy and delicious buttery cookies topped with a homemade pink glaze and rainbow sprinkles.
4.97 from 32 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 11 mins
Total Time 31 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 cookies
Calories 568 Calories

Ingredients
 
 

sugar Cookie base

  • ½ cup butter softened
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 egg at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoon butter vanilla emulsion Use regular vanilla instead if you don't have this but I highly suggest you grab a bottle.
  • 1 & ½ cup all purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Pink glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoon milk start with 1 tbsp
  • pink food coloring add a little at a time until you get the desired color
  • rainbow sprinkles

Instructions
 

Make the sugar cookie base

  • Preheat the oven to 350F then line a baking sheet with parchement paper and set it aside.
  • Cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy.
  • Whisk in the egg, the butter vanilla emulsion, butter flavoring (optional), and mix until combined.
  • Mix in the flour, baking powder, salt until the flour mixture disappears. Don't overmix your dough. Then using a large cookie scooper scoop out 6 equally sized cookie dough balls, place them on the prepared baking sheet, and gently flatten them to about ½ inch in thickness.
  • Bake the cookies in the oven for 10 minutes, then let them cool down on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool down fully.
  • Once cool, using a small circle cookie cutter, cut a hole in the center to make them look like a donut. Keep the centers and dip them in the glaze as well to make donut hole cookies.

Make the pink glaze

  • In a small bowl, whisk the powdered sugar, milk, and pink gel food coloring together until the glaze is thin enough to glaze the cookie but not so thin that it will run off of the cookies as soon as you top them with it.
  • If the glaze is too thick add ¼ tablespoon milk at a time and stir again.
  • Dip the top of the cookies in the pink glaze, set on a baking sheet or a cooling rack, and sprinkle with rainbow sprinkles. Let them set for a little and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 568CaloriesCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 5gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 417mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 43gVitamin A: 972IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 61mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Crumbl cooies, Crumbl pink donut cookies, Crumbl pink Doughnut cookies, donut cookies, pink donut cookies, pink doughnut cookies
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  1. Channon Coleman

    November 04, 2022 at 11:14 am

    5 stars
    This Cookie Recipe came out amazing and was SUPER Easy to make! I substituted a few ingredients for what I had on hand. I used LorAnn Princess Cookie Emulsion and also used McCormick Natures Berry powdered food coloring. They turned out perfect! As delicious as they smelled, these cookies tasted even better! Will definitely be giving some of your other recipes a try as well!

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      December 08, 2022 at 7:39 am

      Thank you for the awesome comment Channon!

      Reply
    • Trina

      March 02, 2023 at 8:51 am

      5 stars
      As Tony the Tiger would say, There Great!

      Reply
  2. Cookie Monster

    October 11, 2022 at 8:17 pm

    5 stars
    Ahhhhhmazing like usual! All of the recipes I’ve tried have been terrific! yum yum yum!

    Reply
  3. Alice

    July 27, 2022 at 6:41 am

    4 stars
    These pink donut cookies were so charming! The perfect combination of frosting & cookie. My family enjoyed each of their cookies in one sitting, accompanied by a side of milk. Definitely recommend & will make again. Thanks Chahinez!

    Reply
  4. Katie

    July 16, 2022 at 7:11 pm

    5 stars
    These we’re amazing so soft! I wo you left make these again in a heartbeat!

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      September 15, 2022 at 12:33 pm

      Enjoy Katie!

      Reply
  5. Deanna

    July 07, 2022 at 7:01 pm

    5 stars
    This is my 4th time using one of your copycat recipes and it’s my favorite for sure! The cookies came out delicious and chewy. Thanks again! I’ve also made the pb&j, blueberry muffin, and chocolate chip. All of them have been great!

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      September 16, 2022 at 5:57 am

      You’re so welcome Deanna! Glad to hear you liked them!

      Reply
  6. Angela

    June 29, 2022 at 3:16 pm

    5 stars
    What a fun cookie, easy instructions which made it super easy to make and SO TASTY!!!!

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      September 11, 2022 at 12:50 pm

      Awh, so glad to hear you enjoyed making these Angela.

      Reply
  7. Michelle

    June 20, 2022 at 6:56 pm

    5 stars
    Love these cookies! And such a good cookie base to use for other types! I didn’t have a cookie cutter, so I used the lid from a vanilla extract bottle, and it still turned out perfectly!

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      September 17, 2022 at 9:31 am

      Enjoy!

      Reply
  8. Denae

    June 19, 2022 at 12:57 am

    5 stars
    These were so easy to make! I doubled the batch and made mini versions and they came out so cute! They were a hit with everyone 🙂

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      September 17, 2022 at 7:19 am

      Glad to hear everyone enjoyed these Denae!

      Reply
  9. Lindsay

    June 18, 2022 at 2:14 pm

    5 stars
    Recipe is perfect as is! Don’t skip on the butter vanilla emulsion. Delicious.

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      September 17, 2022 at 7:22 am

      Yes definitely important to not skip it Lindsay!

      Reply
  10. Amy

    June 18, 2022 at 1:06 pm

    5 stars
    These are delicious and very cute! I doubled the recipe and weighed out 12 72 gram dough balls. Thanks for another great recipe!

    Reply
  11. Tanya

    June 17, 2022 at 9:59 pm

    So cute!

    Reply
  12. Tomma Marcincuk

    June 17, 2022 at 9:25 am

    5 stars
    This donut cookie is beyond amazing! It begins with a melt in your mouth cookie base and the experience is topped with a delicious donut glaze. This cookie will be a showstopper at your next event.

    Reply
    • Chahinez

      September 17, 2022 at 9:25 am

      YAY! Thank you so much!

      Reply

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