Quick Christmas Cookie Butter

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This creamy blend combines crushed spiced holiday cookies with softened butter and a touch of sweetened milk to create a smooth, flavorful spread. Warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger enhance the festive notes, making it perfect for toast, waffles, or as a dip. Ready in about 10 minutes with no cooking required, it can be chilled to thicken and enjoyed throughout the season. Variations include using different holiday cookies or plant-based ingredients for a vegan option.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:57:00 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 combines nostalgic holiday flavors that I enjoy sharing with family every winter season.

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
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This spread often brings smiles around the breakfast table during holiday morning gatherings.

Notes

Keep refrigerated and use within one week for best flavor and safety

Required Tools

Food processor or blender measuring cups and spoons spatula jar or airtight container

Nutritional Information

Per serving calories 170 total fat 11 g carbohydrates 16 g protein 2 g

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This cookie butter spread is a quick festive treat that elevates simple breakfasts instantly.

Recipe Guide

What cookies work best for this spread?

Spiced holiday cookies like speculoos or gingerbread add the best flavor, but any crisp holiday cookie can be used.

Can I make a dairy-free version?

Yes, substitute plant-based butter and condensed milk alternatives to keep it vegan-friendly.

How should I store the spread?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within one week for best freshness.

Is any cooking required to prepare this spread?

No cooking needed. The ingredients are blended until smooth and chilled to thicken before serving.

What are some serving suggestions?

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

Quick Christmas Cookie Butter

Creamy spread blending holiday cookie crumbs and spices, ideal on toast or waffles in minutes.

Prep duration
10 min
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Complete duration
10 min
Created by Olivia Parker


Complexity Easy

Heritage American

Output 8 Portions

Dietary guidelines Meat-free

Components

Base

01 1 cup crushed speculoos or gingerbread cookies (about 5.3 oz)
02 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
04 2 tbsp whole milk

Spices & Flavors

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

Method

Phase 01

Crush Cookies: Pulse the cookies in a food processor until finely ground.

Phase 02

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

Phase 03

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

Phase 04

Adjust Flavor: Taste and modify spices or sweetness to preference.

Phase 05

Chill Spread: Transfer the blend into a jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken before serving.

Tools needed

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

Allergy details

Review ingredients carefully for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if uncertain.
  • Contains wheat (gluten) and dairy; may contain traces of eggs or nuts depending on cookies.

Nutrition breakdown (per portion)

Values shown are estimates only - please consult healthcare providers for specific advice.
  • Energy: 170
  • Fats: 11 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Proteins: 2 g