Quick Christmas Cookie Butter

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This festive spread combines finely crushed speculoos or gingerbread crumbs with softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, and warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Blended smooth and chilled, it offers a creamy texture perfect for lifting breakfast breads, pancakes, or fruits. Easily adjusted for sweetness and spice, it captures holiday warmth in a quick and simple treat.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:51:00 GMT
Creamy Quick Christmas Cookie Butter Spread, ready to spread on warm toast with a dusting of cinnamon. Save
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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 quickly became a seasonal favorite in my kitchen adding festive cheer to every breakfast.

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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This spread always brings our family together especially during chilly winter 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.

This Quick Christmas Cookie Butter Spread has a smooth, rich texture and warm spices, inviting taste buds. Save
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This cookie butter spread adds festive flavor in minutes making your holidays extra special.

Kitchen Guide

What type of cookies work best for this spread?

Speculoos or gingerbread cookies provide warm, spiced flavors ideal for this spread, but any crisp holiday cookie can be used.

Can this spread be made vegan?

Yes, by substituting plant-based butter and condensed milk alternatives, a vegan version is achievable without sacrificing creaminess.

How should the spread be stored?

After preparation, refrigerate in an airtight container. Use within one week to maintain freshness and flavor.

What are suggested serving ideas?

This creamy spread pairs well with warm toast, waffles, pancakes, or as a sweet dip for fresh fruit.

How can I adjust the spice levels?

Taste the spread after blending and add more cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger according to preference for a personalized flavor balance.

Quick Christmas Cookie Butter

Festive creamy spread blending holiday cookie crumbs with warm spices for toast or waffles.

Prep Duration
10 min
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Complete Duration
10 min
Created by Brandon Ellis


Skill Level Easy

Heritage American

Output 8 Portions

Diet Requirements Meat-Free

What You'll Need

Base

01 1 cup speculoos or gingerbread cookies, finely crushed
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 crumbed.

Phase 02

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

Phase 03

Blend to Creamy Consistency: Process mixture until smooth, scraping down sides as needed.

Phase 04

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

Phase 05

Chill and Set: Transfer to a jar and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to thicken before serving.

Kitchen Tools

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

Allergy Guide

Review ingredients carefully for potential allergens and seek professional medical guidance if unsure
  • Contains gluten, dairy; may contain traces of eggs or nuts depending on cookie choice.

Nutrient Breakdown (per portion)

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