If you love bakery-style treats, Blueberry Muffin Cookies deliver that muffin-in-cookie magic in every bite. These giant, soft cookies are studded with fresh berries, swirled with jam, and crowned with a buttery streusel — everything you love about a bakery blueberry muffin, but designed to fit perfectly in your hand (and your snack schedule).
Below you’ll get a friendly, professional deep-dive: why this recipe works, what ingredients actually do, a clear How to Make It walkthrough, pro tips, riff ideas, storage notes, FAQs, and a tidy final wrap. Expect short paragraphs, bolded tips, a dash of sarcasm, and practical guidance so your first batch (or your fifteenth) comes out bakery-level.
Why you’ll love this recipe (and why it’s worth the bake)
- It tastes like a blueberry muffin in cookie form — soft, tender interior and that crunchy streusel top.
- It’s packed with blueberry flavor: we use both fresh berries and dollops of jam for intense pockets of fruit.
- Cost-effective & available anytime — no waiting for the store drop; make your own Crumbl Cookie Copycat Blueberry Muffin at home.
- Flexible — swap fruit, scale size, or skip chilling if you’re impatient (no shame).
Curious how a cookie can mimic a muffin so well? It’s the balance of fat, sugar, and minimal mixing plus the deliberate addition of jam swirls and streusel. That contrast — chewy cookie, jammy pockets, crunchy topping — is what makes Blueberry Streusel Cookies feel special.
The Key Ingredients (and Why You Need Them)
Below I list the main ingredients (no amounts here — the printable card has those). I’ll explain what role each plays so you understand how and why to tweak things.
- Butter (soft for dough, cold for streusel): Butter gives tenderness, chew, and flavor. Use room-temp butter for the dough so it creams easily; keep it cold for the streusel so you get those lovely crumbs.
- Brown + granulated sugar: Brown sugar adds chew and molasses notes; granulated sugar helps with spread and crisp edges. The combo yields a soft center with a hint of caramel.
- Egg: Binds and adds lift. Room-temp is best for even mixing.
- Vanilla (or butter emulsion): Tiny flavor workhorse that rounds everything out. A good vanilla elevates the cookie.
- All-purpose flour: The backbone — not too much protein, not too little. If you want chewier, a touch more brown sugar or underbaking helps.
- Baking soda: The leavener that gives these cookies their puff and muffin-like crumb.
- Salt: Don’t skip it — it’s the secret to balanced sweetness.
- Fresh blueberries: They hold up and add bursts of brightness. Use smaller berries or wild ones if you can.
- Blueberry jam: For swirls of intense fruit flavor — the part that makes these taste extra muffin-ish.
- Cinnamon (in streusel): A tiny whisper of warmth that plays beautifully with blueberries.
Pro tip: If you want those gorgeous jam swirls, drop dollops of jam on top of or inside scooped dough and swirl gently — don’t over-mix or the jam will disappear into the batter.
How to Make It
Here’s the flow, plain and practical. Scroll to the recipe card for precise measurements.
- Cream butter + sugars. Beat room-temp butter with brown and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This traps air for structure and chew.
- Add egg + vanilla. Mix until incorporated. You want a smooth, glossy dough.
- Fold in dry ingredients. Add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix just until the streaks of flour disappear — don’t overwork the dough.
- Fold in blueberries. Gently fold fresh berries so they’re evenly distributed but not mashed.
- Add jam swirls. Drop tablespoons of blueberry jam onto the dough and use a spatula to swirl, leaving visible streaks. This is the magic.
- Scoop large rounds. Use a large cookie scoop for muffin-top-sized cookies. Place on parchment-lined sheets.
- Top with streusel. Make a quick streusel (cold butter, flour, sugar, cinnamon) and sprinkle generously on each cookie.
- Bake until golden and puffed. The cookies should be slightly underbaked in the center for that soft, muffin-like crumb. Let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes before moving to a rack.
FYI: For the trademark “muffin-top” look, slightly flatten the tops before baking and don’t overcrowd the pan.
Pro Tips for Perfect Results
- Use room-temp eggs and butter for even mixing and consistent texture.
- Do not over-mix after adding flour — this keeps cookies tender.
- Reserve a few whole blueberries to press onto the tops before baking for visual appeal.
- Cold streusel, cold butter — rub with a fork for crumbs that hold shape while baking.
- If using frozen berries, dry them thoroughly and toss with a bit of flour to prevent color bleed in the dough.
- Scoop big for bakery-style cookies; bake a touch longer, but watch closely — centers should be soft.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer for 2–3 minutes to bring back crunch on the streusel and that fresh-from-bakery vibe.
Big tip: If you want the jam swirls to remain distinct, add jam after scooping, then swirl lightly. If you mix jam into raw dough too much, it will become one blob and not the pretty pockets you’re after.
Variations to Try
- Berry swap: Use strawberry or raspberry jam and fresh berries for a red-berry twist.
- Lemon lift: Add a teaspoon of lemon zest to dough for a bright pop against the sweet blueberries.
- Oat streusel: Replace half the flour in the streusel with oats for a nuttier crunch.
- Mini version: Make 16 smaller cookies and cut bake time by several minutes for smaller, shareable bites.
- Crumble-style twist: If you like extra crumble, double the streusel and press some into the dough before baking.
Want something decadent? Serve with a smear of mascarpone or whipped cream and a drizzle of warmed jam.
Best Ways to Serve
- Warm with a tall glass of milk — classic and unbeatable.
- With coffee or afternoon tea for a bakery-level pairing.
- As a dessert plate with vanilla ice cream and a quick blueberry compote.
- Giftable: stack them with parchment and tie with twine — neighbors will think you’re magical.
Serve tip: Warm cookies taste best, so reheat briefly before serving when possible.
Quick Tips for Storage and Leftovers
- Room temp: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days, but expect the streusel to soften over time. They’re best the day you bake them.
- Fridge: For longer freshness (up to 5 days), refrigerate in an airtight container. Streusel will still lose some crunch.
- Freeze: These cookies freeze well for up to 1 month. Freeze flat in a single layer, then transfer to a sealed bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge or on the counter for a few hours.
- Reheat: Pop in a 325°F oven for 3–5 minutes or in an air fryer for a minute or two to revive the streusel crunch.
Bold storage tip: If you plan to eat over several days, freeze extras immediately — fresh-baked texture holds up far better than letting them sit.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes. Use smaller frozen berries or wild ones if possible. Dry them well and toss with a touch of flour to help prevent the dough from turning purple.
Can I make these smaller?
Absolutely. Make them half-size (16 cookies instead of 8) and reduce bake time by several minutes. Same flavors, more friends fed.
How should I store leftover cookies?
Airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–5 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat for best texture.
Do I need to use jam?
The jam is optional but highly recommended — it creates those irresistible jam pockets that mimic a muffin’s fruit pockets. If you skip it, you’ll still have great cookies, just less jammy.
Is this a faithful copy of the store cookie?
This recipe is my best attempt at a Crumbl Cookie Blueberry Muffin vibe — think soft center, jam swirls, and crunchy streusel. It’s a Crumbl Cookie Copycat Blueberry Muffin approach designed to deliver the same joy at home.
What if I don’t have time to chill the dough?
You can bake right away — just note that chilling helps flavors meld and can improve texture. No chilling = still delicious, just slightly different crumb.
This post intentionally includes the phrase Blueberry Muffin Cookies throughout because it’s the clearest, most searched label for this hybrid treat. Folks also ask for Blueberry Streusel Cookie Recipe or Blueberry Streusel Cookies — all accurate names for the same concept. If you search “Crumbl Blueberry Muffin Cookie” or “How To Make Crumbl Blueberry Muffin Cookies,” you’ll find similar recipes and inspiration; this version aims to be a straightforward, home-baker-friendly Blueberry Muffin Cookies Crumbl copycat you can actually make without fuss. (And yes, some folks type “Crumble Blueberry Muffin Cookies” — common typo — but we got you either way.)
Final thoughts — go bake something unforgettable
So there you have it: a full, practical guide to making Blueberry Muffin Cookies that channel bakery quality with the convenience of home baking. This is not just a cookie — it’s a mood: jammy pockets, soft chew, and that crispy streusel. If you want the best results, use fresh berries, swirl in jam, and sprinkle that streusel like you mean it.
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Thick Blueberry Muffin Cookies with Streusel (Crumbl Copycat)
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 53 minutes
- Yield: 8 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
Description
Blueberry Muffin Cookies turn a classic muffin into a giant, jammy cookie topped with buttery streusel — all the bakery vibes without leaving your kitchen. These are soft, slightly chewy, studded with fresh blueberries, and dotted with swirls of blueberry jam. Let’s bake.
Ingredients
Cookie base
- ½ cup butter, softened
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup fresh blueberries, rinsed and patted dry
- 1–1½ tbsp blueberry jam
Streusel
- 3 tbsp cold butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- pinch of salt
- pinch of ground cinnamon
Instructions
Combine the cold butter, both sugars, flour, salt, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Use a fork or your fingertips to rub everything together until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Set aside in the fridge while you make the dough.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla and mix until smooth.
Stir in the flour, corn starch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt just until the flour disappears. Do not overmix — overworking the dough gives you a tougher cookie.
Gently fold the fresh berries into the dough so they distribute evenly without bursting.
Drop small spoonfuls of blueberry jam onto the dough. Using a skewer, chopstick, or small spatula, swirl the jam into the dough lightly — you want streaks and pockets, not a uniformly purple batter.
Scoop the dough into eight large mounds and space them on the prepared sheet. Generously sprinkle or press the chilled streusel on top of each mound.
Bake 13–14 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops show a light golden hue. The centers should still look soft. Let the cookies sit on the sheet for 15–20 minutes to finish setting — they’re delicate warm, so handle with care.
Notes
- Notes & Tips
- Room-temp butter = easier creaming and better texture.
- Reserve a few berries to press on top before baking for a pretty finish.
- If using frozen blueberries, pat them dry and toss with a tiny dusting of flour to prevent color bleed.
- Jam swirls rule: Add the jam after scooping and swirl gently — overmixing will make the jam disappear.
- Reheat tip: Microwave briefly for a warm, soft bite or pop in a 325°F oven for 3–4 minutes to revive the streusel crunch.
- Baking note: These cookies are meant to be soft and cake-like in the middle — that’s the point. Don’t overbake.
- Big tip: Chill your streusel so it stays crumbly and doesn’t melt into the cookie while baking.
- Storage
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Or refrigerate for up to 7 days.
- For longer keep, freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a sealed bag for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge or on the counter.
Nutrition
- Calories: 362Calories
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 294mg
- Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
