Save A festive, creamy spread blending the flavors of holiday cookies and warm spices, perfect for toast, waffles, or as a dip.
I first tried this spread during the holidays and my family couldn't get enough of its creamy sweetness and spice combo
Ingredients
- Speculoos or Gingerbread Cookies: 1 cup (150 g) crushed into fine crumbs
- Unsalted Butter: 1/2 cup (120 g) softened
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: 2 tbsp (30 ml)
- Whole Milk: 2 tbsp (30 ml)
- Ground Cinnamon: 1/2 tsp
- Ground Nutmeg: 1/4 tsp
- Ground Ginger: 1/4 tsp
- Vanilla Extract: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: Pinch
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 This spread has become a holiday tradition we enjoy together as a family especially on winter mornings
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
Nutritional Information
Calories: 170 Total Fat: 11 g Carbohydrates: 16 g Protein: 2 g per serving
Save This cookie butter spread is an easy festive treat that adds warmth and sweetness to your holiday breakfasts
Common recipe questions
- → Can I use different cookies for this spread?
Yes, you can substitute speculoos or gingerbread with any crisp holiday cookies you prefer to customize the flavor.
- → How long should the spread be refrigerated before serving?
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to thicken and develop flavors before enjoying.
- → Is this spread suitable for vegans?
For a vegan-friendly version, replace butter and condensed milk with plant-based alternatives.
- → What are some serving suggestions?
This spread is delicious on warm toast, pancakes, waffles, or used as a dip for fresh fruit.
- → How should I store this butter blend?
Keep it refrigerated in an airtight container and use within one week for best quality.