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I love making these adorable Hamburger Cookies! They are a fun no bake treat and are super easy to make, perfect for parties, and are always a hit with both kids and adults. These cookies look just like mini cheeseburgers, but they’re made with sweet layers of vanilla wafers, fudge mint cookies, icing, and coconut “lettuce.”
“These are the cutest cookies! And the best part, is they are done in minutes, without baking!”
-Becky
This recipe is such a fun way to get creative in the kitchen. Each “burger” cookie is made with a few pantry friendly ingredients and takes just minutes to assemble. They’re perfect for BBQs, birthday parties, summer picnics, or any celebration that could use a sweet little bite size cookie.
If you love cute themed treats like this, you might also enjoy making Oreo Popcorn, Gooey Rice Krispie Treats, Soft White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies, or these pretty Hydrangea Cupcakes, for your next gathering.
Ingredients You Will Need
- Nilla Wafers – These make the perfect top and bottom buns.
- Keebler Fudge Mint Delights – Used as the burger patties.
- shredded coconut – Dyed green to look like lettuce.
- Green food coloring – Just a few drops tint the coconut.
- yellow decorating icing – For mustard.
- red decorating icing – For ketchup.
- sesame seeds – Sprinkled on top to complete the burger look.
- honey – Used to stick the sesame seeds to the top bun.
A full list of ingredients is included in the recipe card below.
Recipe Variations
- Make them cheeseburgers – Add a thin square of yellow fondant or orange icing for the “cheese.”
- Change the hamburger patty – Swap fudge mint cookies for a York Peppermint Patty cookie, peanut butter patties, or even Oreos.
- Skip the coconut – Use piped green frosting instead if preferred.
How to Make Mini Burger Cookies
- Place shredded coconut in a small bowl. Add a few drops of green food coloring and stir with a fork until evenly coated. Lay one vanilla wafer cookie flat side up on a plate. Add a small dab of yellow or red icing to the center to hold the patty in place.
- Press one fudge mint cookie on top of the icing. Pipe a ring of yellow and red icing on top of the cookie to resemble mustard and ketchup.
- Sprinkle about ½ teaspoon of green coconut on top of the icing. Add a second vanilla wafer on top, flat side down, to complete the burger.
- Brush the top burger bun with a little honey and then sprinkle sesame seeds over it. Repeat the process for the remaining cookies and serve!
Expert Tips for the Best Hamburger Cookies
- Tint the coconut in advance to save time—store it in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Use a piping bag or squeeze bottle for more control with the icing details.
- Let kids help assemble these burgers. This is a great no bake activity for parties or classrooms too.
- Serve on a platter with a toothpick for an extra cute presentation.
If you’re craving something sweet but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, easy cookie recipes are the way to go! Try these simple 3 Ingredient Sugar Cookies, Soft Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies, or these refreshing Lemon Curd Cookies.
Hamburger Cookie FAQs
Yes! These cookies can be made a day in advance. Just store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Add the sesame seeds just before serving to keep them from getting soggy.
If you prefer, you can use piped green icing or small pieces of green taffy to mimic the look of lettuce.
Yes! Swap in gluten free vanilla wafers and mint cookies to make this recipe gluten free. Always double check labels for cross contamination if you’re serving someone with a gluten allergy.
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Hamburger Cookies
Ingredients
- 20 Nilla Wafer Cookies
- 10 Keebler Fudge Mint Cookies
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey
Green food coloring, yellow and red decorating icing.
Instructions
- Place shredded coconut in a small bowl. Add a few drops of green food coloring and stir with a fork until evenly coated. Lay one vanilla wafer cookie flat side up on a plate. This will be the bottom bun. Add a small dab of yellow or red icing to the center to hold the “patty” in place.
- Press one fudge mint cookie on top of the icing. Pipe a ring of yellow and red icing on top of the cookie to resemble mustard and ketchup.
- Sprinkle about ½ teaspoon of green coconut on top of the icing.
- Add a second vanilla wafer on top, flat side down, to complete the burger. Brush the top burger bun with a little honey and then sprinkle sesame seeds over it. Repeat the process for the remaining cookies and serve!
Notes
- Tint the coconut in advance to save time—store it in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Use a piping bag or squeeze bottle for more control with the icing details.
- Let kids help assemble these burgers. This is a great no bake activity for parties or classrooms too.
- Serve on a platter with a toothpick for an extra cute presentation.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
These cookies are so cute and easy to make!