Chocolate Cookie Crumbs

Aug 27, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Doughnuts finished with chocolate cookie crumbs on a cooling rack

A chocolate cookie crumbs to finish doughnuts with sparkle and crunch. Makes enough for 12 doughnuts.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Yield 12 doughnuts

Diet —

Ingredients

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doughnuts

12.0chocolate sandwich cookies
2.0 tbsp (28.0 g)unsalted butter, melted

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Instructions

Pulse the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor into fine crumbs, or crush them in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin.
Toss the crumbs with the melted butter until they look like damp sand.
Press onto freshly glazed or frosted doughnuts.

Tips

Vanilla boost: add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract with the other flavorings for a rounder, warmer flavor.
Storage: Store airtight for up to 3 days.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate cookie crumbs?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. It makes enough for 12 doughnuts.

How should I store chocolate cookie crumbs?

Store airtight for up to 3 days.

A chocolate cookie crumbs to finish doughnuts with sparkle and crunch. Makes enough for 12 doughnuts.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 12 servings this recipe makes.

17 Calories / serving

1.9g Fat

0.0g Carbs

0.0g Protein

0.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (12 servings): ~204 cal · 23g fat · 0g carbs · 0g protein · 0g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 17 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 3 min·0.2 mi·~350 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 2 min·0.1 mi·~200 steps
Moderate cycling 2 min·0.4 mi
Swimming laps 2 min
Jogging 2 min·0.2 mi·~300 steps
Stair climbing 2 min·~200 steps
Dancing 3 min
Bodyweight circuit training 2 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 4 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.