The beginning of spring brings a Crumbl cookie lineup that will certainly not disappoint, with a mixture of warm and chilled cookies, as well as a cake. Based in Utah, the cookie chain Crumbl has delighted fans across the country with addictive sweetness and creative twists. This week is no exception. From the simple Brownie Batter Cookie to the experimental Strawberry Butter Cake, Crumbl satisfies cravings across the board.
No. 4: Strawberry Butter Cake
Crumbl’s attempt to branch out into cakes, leaning away from its standard cookie formula, can be either a hit or a miss. This week’s Strawberry Butter Cake certainly honors its name. With a spongy, strawberry-flavored base, it captures the taste of the fruit without accumulating excess sweetness. However, the toppings could be more satisfactory. The cake features a coating of strawberry jam frosting with a ball of vanilla bean whipped cream on top. Crumbl could strive for more balance in this department, as the whipped cream is excessive and not as light as expected, while the thin layer of frosting beneath is not as noticeable. The Strawberry Butter Cake earns itself 2.5 out of five feathers.
No. 3: New York Cheesecake Cookie
Although the New York Cheesecake Cookie does not provide the most nuanced taste, it definitely wins for presentation. This cookie, the only chilled one in this week’s lineup, has a golden tint with its graham cracker coating over the dough. With vanilla cheesecake frosting and an added topping of graham cracker streusel, it achieves a classic look that also promises Crumbl’s signature creativity. On the other hand, the flavors themselves blend together well but don’t stand out for much other than their sweetness. Though this cookie lacks the exact spirit of a New York cheesecake with a lack of notable flavors, it plays the part well enough, earning itself 3.5 out of five feathers.
No. 2: Brownie Batter Cookie
Upon first glance, the Brownie Batter Cookie appears to be the plainest of the bunch. However, the key element of this cookie is the gooeyness in the center. The treat includes chocolate chips and, most notably, a brownie batter topping that gives it a twist. Though the appearance is not the most exciting, it proves itself as a cozy cookie that will remind you of days spent baking brownies in the kitchen, deserving a repeating spot in the lineup. With a rich chocolate flavor and an appealing center, the Brownie Batter Cookie receives four out of five feathers.
No. 1: Red Velvet Cupcake Cookie
The Red Velvet Cupcake Cookie is the most impressive out of this week’s selection. The dough has a deep, rich red velvet flavor that immediately captures attention. The cream cheese frosting pairs with it perfectly, light and reminiscent of a red velvet cupcake. Red velvet cookie crumbs top the cookie, which don’t add much to the taste but still enhance its appearance. Overall, the Red Velvet Cupcake Cookie lives up to expectations, earning itself a rating of 4.5 out of five feathers.
