If you love Crumbl’s Peppermint Mocha Cookies, you have to try this better-for-you version! These cookies are soft, fudgy, and full of that cozy chocolate–peppermint flavor you crave during the holidays, but they’re made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, coconut sugar, and grass-fed butter.
No gluten, no refined sugar, and no missing out on flavor. Just rich, chocolatey goodness topped with a creamy frosting and a sprinkle of crushed candy canes.
Why You Will Love These Crumbl Copycat Cookies
Crumbl Copycat flavor – just like the bakery favorite, but homemade and healthier.
Gluten-free & refined sugar-free – made with almond flour and naturally sweetened with coconut sugar.
Soft and fudgy texture – perfectly chewy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth soft in the middle.
Festive & fun – that swirl of cream cheese frosting and crushed candy cane on top makes them holiday-ready!
Kid-approved – even picky eaters won’t guess these are made with better ingredients.
Ingredients and Why You'll Love Them
Almond Flour – Keeps the cookies gluten-free and gives them a soft, rich texture.
Tapioca Flour – Adds lightness and helps hold everything together.
Cocoa Powder – Deep chocolate flavor packed with antioxidants.
Coconut Oil or Grass-Fed Butter – Creates a tender, fudgy crumb.
Egg – Adds structure and helps bind the dough.
Coconut Sugar – Natural sweetness without refined sugar.
Cream Cheese, Grass-Fed Butter, & Maple Syrup – The dreamy frosting that mimics Crumbl’s rich topping, while also being naturally sweetened.
Tips
For that signature Crumbl softness, slightly underbake (10 minutes).
Always let cookies cool before adding frosting.
For dairy-free: use vegan butter and dairy-free cream cheese.
FAQs
Can I make these dairy-free?
Yes! Use coconut oil or vegan butter in the cookie base and dairy-free cream cheese for the frosting.
Can I freeze these cookies?
Absolutely. Freeze unfrosted cookies in an airtight container for up to 2 months. Thaw, then frost before serving.
Can I use another sweetener?
You can substitute coconut sugar with maple sugar or date sugar. Just avoid liquid sweeteners — they’ll change the texture.
What can I use instead of kefir?
Plain Greek yogurt, buttermilk, or even coconut yogurt will work just as well.
Do these taste like coffee?
Despite the name, there’s no coffee here — just that rich chocolate–peppermint flavor inspired by a peppermint mocha!
Crumbl Copycat Peppermint Mocha Cookies
Ingredients
For the Peppermint Mocha Cookie Base:
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup tapioca flour or arrowroot starch
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup grass-fed butter or coconut oil softened (not melted)
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- 1 large egg room temperature
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp vanilla kefir adds moisture and a subtle tang
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 6 tbsp cream cheese or dairy-free cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup grass-fed butter or vegan butter softened
- ¼ cup powdered monk fruit sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Crushed candy canes for topping
Instructions
Preheat the oven:
- Set to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, tapioca flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream the wet ingredients:
- In a large bowl, beat butter (or coconut oil) and coconut sugar until light and creamy (about 1 minute). Add the egg, vanilla, kefir, and peppermint extract. Beat until smooth.
Combine:
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until a soft, thick dough forms.
Shape:
- Scoop into 8 large dough balls (about 3 tablespoons each) and gently flatten to ½ inch thick.
Bake:
- Bake for 10–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers look soft. Let cool on the pan for 10–15 minutes — they’ll firm up as they cool.
Make the frosting:
- Beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered monk fruit sweetener, and vanilla until fluffy.
Frost & decorate:
- Once cookies are completely cool, pipe or spread frosting on top. Finish with a sprinkle of crushed candy canes for that festive sparkle!
