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The Best CRUMBL Cornbread Cookies with Honey Buttercream with Calories

ByDean Ambrose

If you love cookies that taste like warm cornbread topped with sweet honey butter, the Crumbl Cornbread Cookie might be your new obsession. This cookie is so popular that Crumbl brings it back only for limited weeks, and every time it sells out fast.

But here’s the interesting part: many first-time buyers don’t know what makes this cookie truly unique and why it has a higher calorie count than other Crumbl flavors. Keep reading as we break everything down clearly and simply.

Also check: Crumbl Cookies menu

What is Crumbl Cornbread Cookie?

Crumbl Cornbread Cookie

The Crumbl Cornbread Cookie is a thick, soft, bakery-style cookie inspired by classic Southern cornbread. It tastes like warm, buttery cornbread mixed with the sweetness of honey and vanilla. Crumbl tops it with a signature honey buttercream swirl that completes the flavor.

What makes it different is the texture. The cookie has a light cornmeal crumb, while the frosting adds a rich, sweet finish. Crumbl launched it as a weekly rotating flavor, and it quickly became a fan favorite because it blends dessert with comfort-food flavor.

Here’s a quick overview:

Feature

Details

Flavor profile

Sweet cornbread + honey butter

Texture

Thick, soft, melt-in-mouth

Topping

Honey buttercream swirl

Availability

Limited menu weeks

Popularity

One of Crumbl’s most-requested returns

Nutritional Information

Crumbl cookies are known for being large — almost 3–4× bigger than a standard cookie. That’s why the Crumbl Cornbread Cookie is high in calories.

Nutrient

Amount

Calories

820 cal

Fat

38 g

Saturated Fat

25 g

Trans Fat

0 g

Cholesterol

144 mg

Sodium

351 mg

Carbohydrates

107 g

Dietary Fiber

0 g

Sugars

63 g

Protein

6 g

Why so high?

  • The cookie contains butter, sugar, oil, and cornmeal, all calorie-dense ingredients.
  • Crumbl cookies weigh around 5.5–6 oz, almost the weight of a small muffin.
  • The honey buttercream adds extra sugar and fat.

Allergen Information

The Crumbl Cornbread Cookie contains several common allergens because of its ingredients. Here is a clear breakdown:

Allergen

Present?

Notes

Wheat (Gluten)

✔

Comes from all-purpose flour

Dairy

✔

Butter in cookie + buttercream

Eggs

✔

Standard in most Crumbl dough

Soy

Possible

Depends on ingredient brand

Nuts

❌

No nuts in standard recipe, but cross-contact risk

Check also: Crumbl Allergen Menu

Price & Availability

Crumbl prices vary by location, but a single cookie costs between $4.49 in most U.S. stores. The Crumbl Cornbread Cookie is not available every week. Crumbl rotates its menu, offering only six flavors per week, which means this cookie may appear only 3–6 times per year.

If you want the most accurate price, check your nearest store inside the Crumbl app. Prices adjust based on city demand and local food costs.

Gluten & Vegan Information

This cookie is not gluten-free because it contains all-purpose flour and cornmeal (which also may contain trace gluten unless certified GF). The Crumbl Cornbread Cookie also isn’t vegan. It contains butter, eggs, and dairy-based frosting.

When Will Crumbl Have Cornbread Cookie Again?

One of the biggest fan questions is: “When is the Crumbl Cornbread Cookie coming back?” Since the flavor rotates, Crumbl doesn’t release return dates in advance, so there is no fix date. The cookie typically shows up during seasonal rotations, especially around fall and early spring when comfort-style flavors trend.

Check also: Crumbl Cookies locations

The Best Ever Copycat Crumbl Cornbread Cookie Recipe

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Why wait Crumbl to bring cornbread cookie at its menu? Why not make it at home? These Crumbl-style Cornbread Cookies are thick, soft, buttery, and perfectly sweet with a touch of salt. The dough has the cozy flavor of classic cornbread thanks to yellow cornmeal, while the creamy honey buttercream frosting on top makes every bite taste like warm cornbread fresh from the oven.

Step

Time Required

Notes

Prep Time

10 minutes

Mixing & shaping dough

Chill Time

20 minutes

Helps cookies hold shape

Bake Time

10 minutes

Depends on oven accuracy

Total Time

40 minutes

Including resting

Equipment Needed

  • Stand mixer or hand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie scoop
  • Cooling rack
  • Mixing bowls

Ingredients for these cornmeal flour cookies

Here are the ingredients you’ll need for these Crumbl copycat cornbread cookies. Full measurements are included below.

For the Cornbread Cookies

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or shortening
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup yellow cornmeal
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt

Ingredients for Honey Frosting

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Extra honey for drizzling

How to make CRUMBL cornbread cookies with honey frosting

Follow these steps for soft, thick bakery-style cookies:

1. Cream the fats and sugars

  • Beat the butter, oil/shortening, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until creamy and fluffy.

2. Add the wet ingredients

  • Mix in the egg, vanilla, and honey until fully combined.

3. Add dry ingredients

  • Sift in flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cornmeal.
  • Mix until the dough comes together—thick but soft.

4. Scoop and chill

  • Scoop out 12 large cookies.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies (Optional but recommended).

5. Bake

  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–14 minutes.
  • Cookies should look slightly underdone in the center—that’s perfect!
  • Flatten gently with a cup for the Crumbl shape.
  • Let cool completely before frosting.

How to make honey buttercream frosting?

  • Beat softened butter for 1–2 minutes.
  • Add powdered sugar, honey, vanilla, and salt.
  • Mix until light and fluffy.
  • Add a dollop on each cooled cookie and drizzle with honey.

Helpful Tips

  • Spoon and level your flour—don’t scoop directly from the bag.
  • Chilling the dough gives thicker, better-flavored cookies.
  • Room-temperature butter and egg create an even texture.
  • Don’t overbake! Slightly underdone = soft, thick Crumbl texture.

FAQs

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3–5 days.
For longer storage, freeze unfrosted cookies for up to 2 months. Frosted cookies can also be frozen after hardening the frosting, for 2–3 months.

The Crumbl Cornbread Cookie tastes like soft, buttery cornbread with a sweet twist.
The honey buttercream adds a creamy, slightly sweet flavor, while the cookie center remains soft and tender.

Crumbl cookies are large—almost 3–4 times bigger than a regular cookie.
They contain butter, sugar, cornmeal, and frosting, which makes them calorie-dense. Each cookie is intended as a treat, not a daily snack.

Cornmeal has a mild, slightly sweet, and nutty flavor. It gives baked goods a rustic texture and adds a subtle grainy taste that pairs perfectly with cookies and cornbread.

Use fine yellow cornmeal for soft, smooth cookies.
Coarse cornmeal can make cookies gritty and dry, so stick with fine or medium grind for best texture.

Yes! You can refrigerate the dough for 2–3 days before baking.
Dough also freezes well for up to 2 months. Frosting is best added just before serving for maximum freshness.

Common reasons include:

  • Butter too warm or over-softened
  • Dough not chilled
  • Too little flour or overmixing
  • Oven too hot

Chilling dough helps keep cookies thick and soft.

The Crumbl Cornbread Cookie is a thick, soft cookie with yellow cornmeal and honey buttercream frosting. It’s inspired by Southern cornbread but sweeter, with a dessert-style twist.

Some of the most-requested flavors include:

  • Crumbl Cornbread Cookie
  • Chocolate Chip
  • Churro Cookies
  • Lemon Glaze Cookies

Crumbl Cornbread often ranks high because it’s a seasonal fan favorite.

A cornbread cookie combines the flavor of traditional cornbread with cookie dough.
It’s usually soft, slightly sweet, and may have toppings like honey, buttercream, or drizzle for extra flavor.

Crumbl rotates flavors weekly, and many seasonal cookies are discontinued after their run.
Examples: Pumpkin Cheesecake, Cornbread cookie, Maple Bacon, and certain holiday-themed cookies. Fans often track these for return weeks.

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