Save A festive, creamy spread blending the flavors of holiday cookies and warm spices, perfect for toast, waffles, or as a dip.
A festive, creamy spread blending the flavors of holiday cookies and warm spices, perfect for toast, waffles, or as a dip.
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.
Save Delicious on warm toast, pancakes, or as a dip for fruit
Notes
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 perfect for quick holiday breakfasts or as a sweet treat anytime
Recipe Questions
- → What types of cookies work best for the spread?
Speculoos or gingerbread cookies provide warm, festive flavors, but any crisp holiday cookie can be used for a similar effect.
- → Can this spread be made vegan?
Yes, substitute plant-based butter and condensed milk alternatives to create a vegan-friendly spread.
- → How should the spread be stored?
Keep the spread refrigerated in an airtight container and consume within one week for best freshness.
- → What dishes pair well with this spread?
It’s delightful on warm toast, pancakes, waffles, or used as a dip for fresh fruit.
- → How do the spices affect the flavor?
Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger add a warm, aromatic touch that enhances the cookie crumbs’ sweetness and festive notes.