Cookie Run Kingdom Toppings– The Ultimate Guide



In Cookie Run Kingdom, there are many different toppings to equip on your Cookies, and selecting the right ones is a key part of team strategy. Using multiple of the same topping type grants set bonuses, so be sure to check if the benefits are worth stacking.

Toppings also come in different rarities, with higher rarities providing not only better base stats but also higher maximum levels. This allows for further upgrades, granting even greater stat boosts compared to lower-rarity toppings.

Additionally, toppings unlock special bonus effects at certain upgrade levels. These effects add random stat boosts, further enhancing your Cookies. Since higher-rarity toppings have higher max levels, they unlock more bonus effects, making them the most valuable choice for optimizing performance.

Introduction to Toppings



What Are Toppings?

Toppings are equippable enhancements that boost a Cookie’s stats and provide valuable effects in battle. They function like gear, allowing you to customize and strengthen your Cookies for different roles and strategies.

Why Are Toppings Important?

Toppings play a crucial role in maximizing a Cookie’s potential. The right toppings can significantly improve damage, survivability, or utility, making a major difference in battles. Properly optimized toppings can elevate an average team into a powerful one, while mismatched toppings can limit a Cookie’s effectiveness.

How to Equip Toppings

Equipping toppings is simple:Open the Cookie menu. Select the Cookie you want to enhance. Tap on the Toppings tab. Drag and drop toppings into available slots.

Topping Slots

Each Cookie starts with one topping slot. Additional slots unlock at levels 15, 20, 25, and 30, for a total of five slots at max level. Equipping a full set of the same topping type activates a set bonus, further enhancing the Cookie’s abilities.

Mastering toppings is key to optimizing your Cookies and ensuring success in battles.

Types of Regular Toppings and Their Effects

Regular Toppings in Cookie Run Kingdom

Cookie Run Kingdom offers a variety of toppings, each with unique stat bonuses and set effects. Understanding these differences is key to optimizing your Cookies for battle.

Each topping type enhances a specific stat:

Hearty Hazelnut

Increases Crit Resistance, helping Cookies take less damage from critical hits.

Healthy Peanut

Increases HP (Health Points), improving survivability. However, raw HP increases may not always be the best defensive option.

Hard Walnut

Increases DEF (Defense), reducing physical damage taken.

Topping Set Effects

Equipping 2, 3, or 5 of the same topping type activates a set bonus, further enhancing a Cookie’s performance:

Bouncy Caramel

2-piece: +1% ATK SPD | 5-piece: +2% ATK SPD
Increases Attack Speed, useful for Cookies that rely on frequent attacks.

Solid Almond

2-piece: +3% DMG Resist | 5-piece: +5% DMG Resis
Increases Damage Resistance (DMG Resist), reducing incoming damage. Essential for frontline Cookies.

Searing Raspberry

3-piece: +3% ATK | 5-piece: +5% ATK
Increases a Cookie’s Attack, making it the go-to topping for most damage dealers.

Swift Chocolate

5-piece: +5% CD Reduction
Reduces skill cooldown (CD), allowing Cookies to use their abilities more frequently. Highly beneficial for healers and support units.

Juicy Apple Jelly

3-piece: +3% CRIT | 5-piece: +5% CRIT
Increases CRIT chance, making attacks more likely to land critical hits. Can be highly effective for damage dealers, especially Epic and Ancient Cookies.

Sweet Candy

2-piece: +1% Buff Amplification | 5-piece: +2% Buff Amplification
Amplifies Buffs received by the Cookies. Best used on those who benefit significantly from buffs.

Fresh Kiwi

2-piece: +3% Debuff Resist | 5-piece: +5% Debuff Resist
Increases Debuff Resistance, reducing the effectiveness and duration of enemy debuffs—great for Cookies vulnerable to negative effects.

While full 5-piece sets provide maximum bonuses, mixing toppings with high-value substats may sometimes yield better results.

Topping Rarities & Levels

Toppings come in three rarities, each with a different max level:

  • XS (Common) – Max level 6
  • S (Rare) – Max level 9
  • M (Epic) – Max level 12

Higher rarity toppings provide stronger base stats and better upgrades. Prioritizing Epic toppings for long-term investment is recommended.

Mastering toppings is key to optimizing your Cookies and ensuring success in all game modes!

Key Toppings to Prioritize


While all toppings have their uses, some are more versatile and impactful for a wide range of Cookies. Investing in these core toppings early will greatly benefit your team.

Other toppings like Bouncy Caramel, Hearty Hazelnut, Healthy Peanut, Fresh Kiwi, Sweet Candy, and Hard Walnut are more situational and best used in specific team compositions or counter-strategies. While they have their place, focusing on the core four toppings will provide a strong foundation for your team.

Key Stats (Primary & Substats)

Damage Resistance (%)

  • Importance: Increases survivability by reducing all incoming damage.
  • Best for: Tanks, Frontliners, Supports, and Healers.

Cooldown Reduction (%)

  • Importance: Reduces skill cooldowns, allowing faster skill usage.
  • Best for: Support and Healer Cookies (e.g., Pure Vanilla, Cotton, BTS).

Attack (%)

  • Importance: Increases overall damage output.
  • Best for: DPS and Burst Damage Cookies (e.g., Clotted Cream, Sea Fairy).

Crit Percentage (%)

  • Importance: Increases the chance of landing critical hits.
  • Best for: Crit-based Cookies (e.g., Vampire, Squid Ink).

Attack Speed (%)

  • Importance: Increases normal attack frequency; synergizes with some abilities.
  • Best for: Cookies with attack-based effects (e.g., Caramel Arrow, Licorice).

DEF / HP (%)

  • Importance: Additional survivability stats.
  • Best for: Tanky Front Cookies (e.g., Hollyberry, Financier).

Amplify Buff / Debuff Resistance

  • Niche Use: Enhances team-wide buffing or avoids debuffs.
  • Best for: Specific comps or counter builds.

Equipping and Upgrading Toppings

Now that you understand the different types of toppings and the importance of substats, let’s go over how to equip, upgrade, and break down toppings efficiently.

Equipping Toppings



To equip toppings, navigate to the desired Cookie, select the “Toppings” option, and drag the chosen toppings into the available slots. Each Cookie has five topping slots, and equipping multiple of the same topping type can activate set bonuses for additional stat boosts.

Upgrading Toppings


Upgrading toppings enhances their effectiveness by increasing their primary stat and unlocking substats at key levels. Upgrades require Topping Pieces and Coins, with the cost increasing as the topping level rises.

To upgrade a topping:
  1. Open the toppings menu.
  2. Select the topping you want to enhance.
  3. Tap the “Upgrade” button to spend the required resources.

Each upgrade attempt has a chance to fail, with success rates decreasing at higher levels.
If an upgrade fails, the spent resources are not refunded. Because of this, it’s best to prioritize investing in Epic (M) toppings with strong primary stats and promising substats.

Breaking Down Toppings


Unwanted toppings can be broken down to obtain Topping Pieces, which are essential for upgrading.

To break down toppings:
  1. Open your topping inventory.
  2. Tap the “Breakdown” button.
  3. Select the toppings you want to dismantle.
  4. Confirm to receive Topping Pieces.
Common (XS) and Rare (S) toppings are generally not worth upgrading and should be broken down.
Some lower-priority Epic (M) toppings, such as Hearty Hazelnut, Hard Walnut, Healthy Peanut, Fresh Kiwi, Sweet Candy, and Bouncy Caramel, can also be dismantled if you need more Topping Pieces.
However, it’s wise to keep a few in case they become more relevant in future updates.

Prioritizing Epic toppings with strong stats and breaking down weaker ones will ensure your team benefits from the best possible toppings while efficiently managing your resources.

General Topping Recommendations by Cookie Role

While optimal builds depend on team composition and strategy, the following guidelines provide a solid foundation for different Cookie roles.

Tanks (Defense/Charge)

The primary goal for tank Cookies is to maximize survivability. A full X5 Solid Almond build is usually the best option, as it increases Damage Resistance, allowing them to absorb more hits and protect the team. For tanks with important crowd control or buffing skills, a full X5 Swift Chocolate build can be considered to reduce skill cooldowns.

However, this sacrifices durability, so it is best suited for scenarios where frequent skill activation outweighs raw tankiness. A hybrid build of 3 Solid Almond + 2 Swift Chocolate (or vice versa) can balance survivability and skill uptime, making it useful for tanks that need both durability and faster skill rotations.

Damage Dealers

For most damage-focused Cookies, a full X5 Searing Raspberry build is ideal, as it maximizes Attack, increasing their damage output. Look for substats that further boost Attack, Crit Chance, or Cooldown Reduction to improve performance.
Some skill-based damage dealers with longer cooldowns may benefit from a full X5 Swift Chocolate build to reduce cooldown time and use their abilities more frequently.
For crit-reliant Cookies, a full X5 Juicy Apple Jelly build enhances Crit Rate, increasing the chances of dealing critical hits. A hybrid build of 3 Juicy Apple Jelly + 2 Searing Raspberry can also work for balancing Crit Rate and raw Attack power.

Healers and Supports

For most healers and support Cookies, skill uptime is crucial, so a fullX5 Swift Chocolate build is highly recommended. This ensures they heal more frequently or provide buffs/debuffs more often.
If a support Cookie is particularly vulnerable to damage, a hybrid build of 3 Swift Chocolate + 2 Solid Almond can add some survivability while still maintaining skill efficiency.

Farming Toppings and Topping Pieces Efficiently

Efficient Topping and Topping Piece Farming

Consistently farming toppings and topping pieces is essential for long-term progression. Here’s how to do it effectively:

Story Mode Stages

Many Story Mode stages have a chance to drop specific toppings. Farming the right stages will help you collect the toppings you need.

Recommended Topping Farming Locations:

Searing Raspberry

Best farmed on 8-29 (Normal Mode), alongside Solid Almond. Stage 8-29 (Normal Mode) is highly recommended because it drops both Searing Raspberry and Solid Almond toppings, making it an efficient stamina investment.

Solid Almond

Stage 8-29 (Normal Mode) is highly recommended, making it an efficient stamina investment. Found in

  • 6-3
  • 6-8
  • 6-13
  • 6-23
  • 6-28
  • 7-5
  • 7-10
  • 7-15
  • 7-20
  • 7-25
  • 7-30
  • 8-5
  • 8-10
  • 8-15
  • 8-20
  • 8-25
  • 8-29

Swift Chocolate

Stages 8-25 (Swift Chocolate) and 8-27 (Juicy Apple Jelly) are also excellent farming choices based on the toppings you need. Best farmed on 8-25 for a consistent drop rate. Also found in:

  • 6-3
  • 6-8
  • 6-13
  • 6-18
  • 6-23
  • 6-28
  • 7-5
  • 7-10
  • 7-15
  • 7-20
  • 7-25
  • 7-30
  • 8-5
  • 8-10
  • 8-15
  • 8-20
  • 8-25

Juicy Apple Jelly

Best farmed on 8-27. Also found in:

  • 6-5
  • 6-10
  • 6-15
  • 6-18
  • 6-20
  • 6-25
  • 7-2
  • 7-7
  • 7-12
  • 7-17
  • 7-22
  • 7-27
  • 8-2
  • 8-7
  • 8-12
  • 8-17
  • 8-22
  • 8-27

Earning Topping Pieces Directly

Even if a Story Mode stage does not drop a topping, you will still receive at least one topping piece as a guaranteed reward for completing the stage. Repeatedly farming these stages naturally accumulates topping pieces for upgrading.

Other Sources of Toppings and Topping Pieces

Tropical Soda Islands

Exploring and completing Tropical Soda Island battles can reward you with various toppings and topping pieces.

Tower of Sweet Chaos

Exploring and completing Tropical Soda Island battles can reward you with various toppings and topping pieces.

Guild Boss Battles

Participating in Guild Boss battles earns Flame of Unity torches, which can be exchanged in the Guild Gacha for toppings and topping pieces.

Events

Limited-time events frequently offer toppings and topping pieces as milestone rewards or as part of special missions.

Maximizing Efficiency While Farming

Use treasures that increase coin gain when farming stages to collect extra coins, which are necessary for upgrading toppings. Focus on the highest available story mode stage that drops the toppings you need, as higher stages tend to have better drop rates. By farming smartly and utilizing multiple sources, you can ensure a steady supply of toppings and topping pieces to continually improve your Cookies’ performance.

Resonant Toppings – Special Toppings for Specific Cookies

Key Features of Resonant Toppings



Distinct Appearance:

Resonant Toppings feature unique designs that set them apart from regular toppings.​

Cookie-Specific Compatibility:

Each Resonant Topping can only be equipped by certain Cookies, typically those associated with the update in which the topping was introduced.​

Enhanced Substats:

These toppings provide higher minimum values for substats, offering greater benefits compared to standard toppings.​

Limited Types:

Resonant Toppings are available in five specific types: Searing Raspberry, Swift Chocolate, Solid Almond, Bouncy Caramel, and Juicy Apple Jelly.​

Acquiring Resonant Toppings:

Players can obtain Resonant Toppings through special events, in-game rewards, or by opening specific Resonant Topping items from their storage. Upon acquisition, players can select one of the five available Resonant Topping types.​

Types of Resonant Toppings and Eligible Cookies:

Each Resonant Topping set is associated with specific Cookies:​

Acquiring Resonant Toppings:

Each Resonant Topping set is associated with specific Cookies:​

Sacred Vow Topping

Designed for Cookies who have made a sacred vow.​

Truthful Topping

Suitable for Cookies with hearts of gold.​

Deceitful Topping

Ideal for Cookies who love the art of deceit.​

Iris Gem Topping

Meant for Cookies with ice in their hearts.​

Fragrant Topping

Crafted for Cookies of the Flower City.​

Destructive Topping

For Cookies who covet the power of destruction.​

Life-sprouting Topping

Suitable for Cookies who know the way of the wind.​

Frosted Crystal Topping

For Cookies of Winter.​Radiant Cheese Topping: Designed for Cookies with glittering greed in their hearts.​

Sea Salt Topping

For Cookies that believe in the Almighty Sea.​

Draconic Topping

For Cookies who have dedicated their lives to dragons.​

Moonkissed Topping

Suitable for Cookies dwelling in the World of Dreams.​

When equipping Resonant Toppings, it’s beneficial to match them with their designated Cookies to maximize their potential. This strategic alignment ensures that players can fully leverage the enhanced substats and unique benefits these toppings offer.

Key Takeaways:

Prioritize the Core Four: Searing Raspberry, Solid Almond, Swift Chocolate, and Juicy Apple Jelly are the most impactful toppings for most Cookies. Focus on upgrading Epic and Resonant Toppings with strong main stats and desirable substats. Target Story Mode stages, Tower of Sweet Chaos, and other game modes to consistently earn toppings and topping pieces.

Use Resonant Toppings When Applicable. These exclusive toppings offer higher substat values for specific Cookies, making them a valuable investment. No single topping setup is best for all situations—experiment and optimize based on your team composition and strategy.

By continuously refining your topping choices and upgrades, you’ll gain a significant edge in battle, empowering your Cookies to reach their full potential. Stay adaptable, keep farming, and dominate the Cookie Run Kingdom!

Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)

🍪 What Are Toppings?

Toppings are gear-like items that enhance your cookies’ stats, such as Attack, Defense, HP, and Cooldown Reduction. Equipping multiple toppings of the same type grants set bonuses. Cookies start with one topping slot and unlock additional slots at levels 15, 20, 25, and 30, for a maximum of five slots

🛠️ How Do I Upgrade Toppings?

Use Topping Pieces and Coins to upgrade toppings. Upgrading increases the topping’s effectiveness and can unlock bonus stats at certain levels. It’s recommended to focus on upgrading Epic toppings, as they offer the most significant benefits.

🎯 How Do I Choose the Best Toppings for Each Cookie?

Optimal topping sets depend on a cookie’s role:

  • Attackers: 5x Searing Raspberry for maximum damage.
  • Supports: 5x Swift Chocolate to reduce skill cooldowns.
  • Tanks: 5x Solid Almond to enhance survivability.

Some cookies benefit from hybrid sets, such as 3x Swift Chocolate and 2x Solid Almond, depending on their specific abilities.

🧩 What Are Resonant Toppings?

Resonant Toppings are special toppings that provide additional stat bonuses when equipped on specific cookies. They are more challenging to obtain but can significantly enhance a cookie’s performance.

💡 Additional Tips

  • Set Bonuses: Equipping 3 or 5 toppings of the same type grants set bonuses. For example, 5x Searing Raspberry increases attack power significantly.
  • Sub-Stats: Upgraded toppings can have sub-stats like Cooldown Reduction or Critical Hit Chance, which can further enhance a cookie’s abilities.
  • Presets: Utilize topping presets to quickly switch between different builds for various game modes.