Looking for a cookie that’s more than just your average chocolate chip? These Chocolate Chip Crumble Cookies deliver on all fronts – chewy oats, rich peanut butter chips, crunchy toffee bits, and melty chocolate chips all packed into one delicious bite. Whether you’re baking for a party or a cozy treat at home, these cookies bring comfort and indulgence with every bite.
What Makes These Cookies Special
These cookies combine the best elements of texture and flavor. The oats bring a homey, chewy feel, while the toffee bits break up the sweetness with a satisfying crunch. Add in the richness of chocolate chips and the smoothness of peanut butter chips, and you’ve got a cookie that hits all the right notes.
These aren’t just your typical chocolate chip cookies – they’ve got layers of flavor and texture that make each bite a little different from the last.
Customizing Your Cookies
You don’t need to stick to the exact ingredients to enjoy these cookies. They’re easy to customize based on your pantry or taste preferences:
- Peanut Butter Chips: Swap them for white chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts.
- Toffee Bits: Leave them out entirely or replace them with extra chocolate chips for a more chocolaty twist.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version that’s just as delicious.
These substitutions allow you to tailor the recipe without losing the essence of these chewy, flavorful cookies.
How to Store Your Cookies
Once baked, you can store these cookies at room temperature in an airtight container for up to four days. To help keep them soft, add a slice of bread to the container – the cookies will absorb moisture from the bread, maintaining their texture.
For longer storage, freeze the dough by scooping it into balls and freezing them on a baking sheet before transferring them to a freezer bag. When you’re ready to bake, pop them directly into the oven. Already baked cookies can also be frozen for up to three months.
What to Pair with These Cookies
While these cookies are delicious on their own, pairing them with a drink or dessert makes them even better:
- Milk: Dunking them into a cold glass of milk is the classic way to enjoy them.
- Coffee: The rich flavors of these cookies go perfectly with a cup of coffee or espresso.
- Ice Cream: Warm up a cookie and serve it with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert.
These pairings add to the indulgence, whether you’re having a snack or a full dessert experience.
Baking Tips for Perfect Results
For cookies that turn out just right every time, here are a few simple but essential tips:
Watch the Bake Time: Remove the cookies from the oven when the bottoms are lightly golden and the centers are still soft. They’ll continue to firm up as they cool, giving you that perfect texture.
Measure Your Dough: For even baking and that perfect, bakery-style appearance, use an ice cream scoop to portion out 2.5 oz of dough per cookie. This ensures uniform size and consistent results.
Don’t Overmix: Mix the dough only until the ingredients are combined. Overmixing can make the cookies tough, so keep it gentle to maintain a soft and chewy texture.
These Chocolate Chip Crumble Cookies strike the perfect balance between texture, flavor, and indulgence. Whether you’re baking for a crowd or keeping them all to yourself, these cookies will quickly become a favorite. With easy customizations and storage options, you can enjoy them fresh or make ahead for whenever the craving strikes.
Chocolate Chip Crumble Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted sweet cream butter softened
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup peanut butter chips
- 3/4 cup toffee bits
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a standing mixer, beat together the softened butter, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is fluffy and creamy.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, beating slowly until a dough forms.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, and toffee bits until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a medium-sized ice cream scooper, portion the dough and weigh each ball to ensure they are 2.5 oz. Roll the dough into balls and place them onto the prepared cookie sheet.
- Gently press each dough ball into a thick disk shape. Repeat this process with the remaining dough.
- Bake only 8 cookies at a time, as they will spread slightly. Bake for 10-13 minutes, or until the bottoms are a light golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool slightly and enjoy!