Save A festive, creamy spread blending the flavors of holiday cookies and warm spices, perfect for toast, waffles, or as a dip.
Quick Christmas Cookie Butter Spread is an easy and delicious treat to brighten your holiday breakfasts and snacks.
Ingredients
- 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:
- 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 Enjoyed by family during cozy winter mornings, especially with warm toast and laughter.
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 spread is the perfect quick holiday treat that brings festive flavors to your table.
Recipe FAQs
- → What cookies work best in this spread?
Speculoos or gingerbread cookies provide the best texture and warm spice flavor, but any crisp holiday cookie can be used.
- → Can I make a vegan version?
Yes, substitute plant-based butter and vegan condensed milk alternatives for a dairy-free variation.
- → How should this spread be stored?
Keep in an airtight container refrigerated and consume within one week for freshness.
- → What is the best way to serve this spread?
Serve chilled or room temperature on toast, waffles, pancakes, or as a dip for fruits and snacks.
- → Can the spices be adjusted?
Yes, taste and modify the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla levels to suit your preference.