Quick Christmas Cookie Butter

Featured in: Cozy Sweet Treats

This creamy butter spread combines finely crushed holiday cookies with softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Blended until smooth, it creates a festive and flavorful topping ideal for toast, waffles, or as a dip. Quick to prepare with no cooking required, it offers a delicious way to enjoy seasonal flavors.

Simply pulse cookies into crumbs, blend with butter and milk, then mix in aromatic spices and vanilla for a smooth, creamy finish. Chill to thicken and savor the rich, festive taste perfect for holiday mornings or gatherings.

Updated on Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:23:00 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.

Swap speculoos or gingerbread for any crisp holiday cookie you like.

Ingredients

  • Base: 1 cup (150 g) speculoos or gingerbread cookies (crushed into fine crumbs)
  • Base: 1/2 cup (120 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • Base: 2 tbsp (30 ml) sweetened condensed milk
  • Base: 2 tbsp (30 ml) whole milk
  • Spices & Flavors: 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Spices & Flavors: 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • Spices & Flavors: 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • Spices & Flavors: 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Spices & Flavors: 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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Delicious on warm toast, pancakes, or as a dip for fruit.

Notes

Swap speculoos or gingerbread for any crisp holiday cookie you like. For a vegan version, use plant based butter and condensed milk alternatives.

Required Tools

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

Nutritional Information

Calories: 170 Total Fat: 11 g Carbohydrates: 16 g Protein: 2 g

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This festive spread perfectly captures holiday flavors and is quick to make.

Recipe FAQs

What cookies work best for this spread?

Speculoos or gingerbread cookies provide ideal flavors, but any crisp holiday cookie can be used for a personalized twist.

Can this spread be made vegan?

Yes, substituting plant-based butter and non-dairy condensed milk alternatives creates a vegan-friendly version without sacrificing flavor.

How should the spread be stored?

Keep it refrigerated in an airtight container and consume within one week for optimal freshness.

What are some serving suggestions?

Enjoy the spread on warm toast, pancakes, waffles, or use as a dip for fresh fruit for a festive treat.

Does the spread require cooking?

No cooking is needed. Simply blend the ingredients until creamy and chill to thicken before serving.

Quick Christmas Cookie Butter

Creamy butter spread blending holiday cookie flavors with warm spices, perfect for toast or waffles.

Time to Prep
10 minutes
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Overall Time
10 minutes
Recipe by Olivia Reed

Meal Type Cozy Sweet Treats

Skill Level Easy

Cuisine American

Makes 8 Number of Servings

Diet Info Vegetarian-Friendly

What You'll Need

Base

01 1 cup speculoos or gingerbread cookies, crushed into fine crumbs
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

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 01

Prepare cookie crumbs: Pulse the cookies in a food processor until they form fine crumbs.

Step 02

Combine ingredients: Add softened butter, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, and salt to the cookie crumbs.

Step 03

Blend to smoothness: Process the mixture until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides as needed.

Step 04

Adjust flavor: Taste and modify spices or sweetness according to preference.

Step 05

Chill and serve: Transfer the spread to a jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken prior to serving.

Tools You'll Need

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

Allergy Notice

Be sure to review ingredients for allergens. When unsure, talk with a healthcare provider.
  • Contains wheat (gluten), milk (dairy), and potential traces of eggs or nuts depending on cookies used.

Nutrition (For Each Serving)

Nutritional details are meant for general guidance. Don't rely on them for medical reasons.
  • Calorie Count: 170
  • Fats: 11 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Proteins: 2 g