13 February 2026
Butternut Crinkles (Dunkin-Inspired)
Recipeneon Kitchen
Soft chocolate crinkles with a bright, nutty butternut crumb coating inspired by classic doughnut flavors. Chill the dough for thick cookies with crackly tops and a cozy cinnamon finish.
Butternut Crinkles, Donut Shop Inspired
These cookies capture the cozy cinnamon-nutmeg flavor and orange-crumb finish of classic butternut donuts, but in a soft, fudgy crinkle form. The crumb coating toasts lightly in the oven, adding a gentle crunch over the rich chocolate base.
Crumb Coating Tips
Keep the crumbs fine so they cling to the dough. If the mixture feels dry, rub in a touch more butter until it holds together when pinched.
Make-Ahead and Storage
Chill the dough balls for up to 24 hours. For longer storage, freeze the dough balls and coat them in crumbs right before baking. Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Butternut Crinkles (Dunkin-Inspired)
Recipeneon KitchenSoft chocolate crinkles with a bright, nutty butternut crumb coating inspired by classic doughnut flavors. Chill the dough for thick cookies with crackly tops and a cozy cinnamon finish.
Chef's Tips
Chill the dough so the cookies bake up tall and crackly.
Press the crumb coating on gently so it sticks without compacting.
Let the cookies rest on the pan so the centers stay soft.
Tools Used
Mixing Bowls(opens in a new tab)Whisk(opens in a new tab)Spatula(opens in a new tab)Baking Sheet(opens in a new tab)Parchment Paper(opens in a new tab)
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Ingredients
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Chocolate Crinkle Dough
Butternut Crumb Coating
Instructions
Mix the Dough
- 1
Whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- 2
Beat eggs, sugars, and vanilla until glossy.
- 3
Mix in oil and coffee powder until combined.
- 4
Fold in dry ingredients until a thick dough forms.
- 5
Cover and chill at least 3 hours or overnight.
Make the Crumb Coating
- 1
Combine flour, powdered sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- 2
Rub in butter until the mixture forms fine crumbs.
- 3
Tint with a few drops of orange food coloring.
Bake
- 1
Heat the oven to 350 F. Line a sheet pan with parchment.
- 2
Scoop the dough into 24 portions and roll into rough balls.
- 3
Coat each ball in the crumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- 4
Bake 12 to 14 minutes until crackled and set around the edges.
- 5
Cool 10 to 15 minutes on the pan before serving.
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