Quick Christmas Cookie Butter

Featured in: Sweet Cozy Treats

This creamy spread combines finely crushed speculoos or gingerbread with softened butter and sweetened condensed milk, enriched by warm cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla. Ready in just 10 minutes, it brings holiday flavors to any toast, waffle, or fruit dip. Refrigerate to thicken before serving and enjoy a deliciously spiced treat that keeps well for a week.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 13:30:00 GMT
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A festive, creamy spread blending the flavors of holiday cookies and warm spices, perfect for toast, waffles, or as a dip.

This spread brings the festive spirit to breakfast time my family enjoys it especially during the holidays

Ingredients

  • Base: 1 cup (150 g) speculoos or gingerbread cookies (crushed into fine crumbs) 1/2 cup (120 g) unsalted butter softened 2 tbsp (30 ml) sweetened condensed milk 2 tbsp (30 ml) whole milk
  • Spices & Flavors: 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Pinch of salt

Instructions

Step 1:
In a food processor pulse the cookies into fine crumbs
Step 2:
Add the softened butter sweetened condensed milk whole milk cinnamon nutmeg ginger vanilla extract and salt
Step 3:
Blend until smooth and creamy scraping down the sides as needed
Step 4:
Taste and adjust spices or sweetness if desired
Step 5:
Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken before serving
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My family loves enjoying this spread around the holidays especially on cold mornings

Notes

Delicious on warm toast pancakes or as a dip for fruit Keep refrigerated and use within one week

Required Tools

Food processor or blender Measuring cups and spoons Spatula Jar or airtight container

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (gluten) Milk (dairy) possible traces of eggs or nuts (depending on cookies used) Always check product labels for hidden allergens

Creamy Quick Christmas Cookie Butter Spread with warm spice aromas, perfect for dipping apple slices. Save
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This cookie butter spread is a simple festive treat that adds holiday cheer to your meals

Recipe Help & Answers

What type of cookies work best for this spread?

Speculoos or gingerbread cookies provide the ideal warm spice flavor, but any crisp holiday cookie can be used.

Can this spread be made vegan?

Yes, by substituting plant-based butter and vegan condensed milk alternatives, you can create a vegan-friendly version.

How should I store the cookie butter spread?

Keep it refrigerated in an airtight container and consume within one week for best freshness.

What are some serving suggestions?

Enjoy it on warm toast, pancakes, waffles, or use it as a dip for fresh fruit.

How do I adjust the texture of the spread?

If the spread is too thick, stir in a little more milk; if too thin, refrigerate longer to firm up.

Quick Christmas Cookie Butter

Festive creamy blend of cookie crumbs and spices, ideal for toast, waffles, or dips.

Prep Time
10 min
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Overall Time
10 min
Created by Isabel Grant

Dish Type Sweet Cozy Treats

Skill Level Easy

Inspired By American

Makes 8 Number of servings

Dietary Details Vegetarian-Friendly

What You Need

Base

01 1 cup speculoos or gingerbread cookies, finely crushed
02 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
04 2 tablespoons whole milk

Spices & Flavors

01 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
02 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
03 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
04 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 Pinch of salt

How to Make It

Step 01

Crush Cookies: Pulse the cookies in a food processor until they become fine crumbs.

Step 02

Combine Ingredients: Add softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt to the cookie crumbs.

Step 03

Blend Mixture: Process until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary.

Step 04

Adjust Flavor: Taste and adjust spices or sweetness as desired.

Step 05

Chill Spread: Transfer the spread to an airtight jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken before serving.

Tools You’ll Need

  • Food processor or blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Jar or airtight container

Allergy Details

Review each ingredient for allergens. Always reach out to a healthcare professional for help if you’re unsure.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), milk (dairy), and possible traces of eggs or nuts depending on cookie choice.

Per-Serving Nutrition

Nutritional data is for general reference only. It shouldn't replace advice from your doctor.
  • Calorie Count: 170
  • Fats: 11 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Proteins: 2 g