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Crumbl Nilla Bean Cupcake Cookies Recipe

Crumbl Nilla Bean Cupcake Cookies Recipe
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These Crumbl Nilla Bean Cupcake Cookies combine soft, buttery vanilla bean-infused cookies with a luscious vanilla bean cream cheese frosting topped with festive white sprinkles. Perfectly sweet and tender, these cookies offer the nostalgic flavor of vanilla bean cupcakes in cookie form.

Ingredients

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Birthday Cake Cookies

  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 egg (at room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (or vanilla butter emulsion)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp white sprinkles

Vanilla Bean Frosting

  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 3 tbsp butter (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to prepare for baking the cookies.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth, light, and creamy. This ensures a tender, fluffy cookie base.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Whisk in the egg, vanilla bean paste, and vanilla extract until fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently mix in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt just until the flour disappears and the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
  5. Scoop and Shape Cookies: Using a large cookie scoop, portion out six equal-sized dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten each to about 3/4 inch thickness to ensure even baking.
  6. Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 11 minutes. Once baked, allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare Vanilla Bean Frosting: In a stand mixer or large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and cream cheese together until smooth and fluffy.
  8. Add Remaining Frosting Ingredients: Mix in powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, and vanilla extract. Whip the frosting for 3-5 minutes until light and airy. If the frosting is too soft, chill it briefly in the fridge or freezer, then whip again.
  9. Frost Cookies: Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip or a ziplock bag with the corner cut off. Pipe the frosting generously onto each cooled cookie.
  10. Decorate and Serve: Sprinkle the cookies with white sprinkles on top of the frosting. Enjoy your delicious Crumbl Nilla Bean Cupcake Cookies!

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs and butter for better mixing and texture.
  • Vanilla bean paste enhances the unique vanilla flavor; substitute with vanilla extract if unavailable.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and soft.
  • If frosting is too soft, chilling briefly will help achieve the perfect consistency for piping.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
  • For best flavor, bring refrigerated cookies to room temperature before serving.

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