It’s time to meet your sweet new obsession. Giant cookies loaded with wild flavours and crazy toppings have been taking the internet by storm internationally. Luckily, you don’t need to hop on a plane to get your hands on some; Joburg has its own hotspots where these over-the-top treats are waiting for you. Here’s where to get some of the most decadent cookies in Joburg.
Mad Batter Cookies
What’s stopping you from having Kinder Joy and Lindt strawberry shortcake cookies delivered to your doorstep? Mad Batter started as a passion project geared towards rewarding bodybuilders post-competition, and has since exploded into a full-on cookie enterprise. Are we upset about it? Not even a little. Order a batch of happiness in cookie form, and thank us later.
Crumblz SA
Crumblz popup stores have had Joburg’s sugar fiends going crazy, and we can see why. The ever-changing menu means there are always new flavours to try, each one with generous, elaborate toppings. Plans for a permanent store are in the works, and we can’t wait!
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Cookie Co.
Cookie Co. serves up massive cookies with new flavour combinations released each week. Swing by the Joburg store inside Comic Warehouse to get your dose of warm, sugary goodness. They’re soft, gooey, and big enough to share—though you probably won’t want to.
The Stuff’d Crumb
Supporting small, local businesses has never been such a pleasure. Order a box of up to 12 of the most indulgent, melt-in-your-mouth cookies oozing with sweet surprises. We can’t overstate the hype here, but let’s leave it at this: you need to try these immediately.
Krumble SA
Krumble SA has pretty much mastered the art of the cookie, and we’re extremely stoked about it. You’ll find cookie versions of your favourite South African desserts and special edition flavours to sweeten local events. Do we really need to say more?
From gooey chocolate chunks to Biscoff-filled decadence, the cookies in Joburg are pure indulgence. And while “oversized” might be subjective, one look at these beauties and you’ll agree—they’re anything but ordinary.
Have a sweet tooth? Silly question, we know. Cookies aren’t all Joburg has to offer in the sugar department. Check out our picks for the best spots to get cake in Joburg, and our guide to our favourite bakeries.
