Quick Christmas Cookie Butter (Printable)

Creamy holiday spice blend on cookie crumbs, ideal for toast, waffles, or dipping.

# Ingredient list:

→ Base

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

→ Spices & Flavors

05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt

# Cooking steps:

01 - Pulse the cookies in a food processor until finely ground.
02 - Add softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt to the crumbs.
03 - Process the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
04 - Taste and modify spices or sweetness to preference.
05 - Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken before serving.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for toast waffles or as a dip
  • Blends holiday cookie flavors with warm spices
02 -
  • Swap speculoos or gingerbread for any crisp holiday cookie you like
  • For a vegan version use plant-based butter and condensed milk alternatives
03 -
  • Use finely crushed cookies for best texture
  • Adjust spices to suit your taste preference
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