Save 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
Save 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
Save 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.