This creamy spiced Trader Joes Cookie Butter Recipe is made with crispy speculoos cookies, neutral oil, and brown sugar, ready in 10 minutes. The mixture transforms in the food processor from sandy crumbs into a glossy, irresistible spread. I love having a jar of this ready for quick snacks.
Why This Classic Works
I used to buy jars of this spread weekly before realizing how simple it is to blend at home. Making it yourself means you can control the sweetness and avoid any extra preservatives.
The big surprise for me was how important a touch of extra cinnamon is for boosting that signature spiced flavor. It completely captures the iconic taste we all know from the original jars.
Jump to RecipeTrader Joes Cookie Butter Recipe Ingredients
- 8 oz Biscoff or Speculoos cookies (about 30 cookies)
- 1/4 cup neutral oil (like canola or melted coconut oil)
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
How To Make Trader Joes Cookie Butter Recipe
- Crush the Cookies: Place the cookies in a food processor and pulse until they form fine, sandy crumbs.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt, pulsing a few more times to combine everything evenly.
- Stream in Wet Ingredients: With the processor running, slowly pour in the evaporated milk, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Blend Until Smooth: Let the machine run for 2 to 3 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides, until glossy and creamy.
Recipe Tips
- Use fresh cookies: Stale cookies will not blend into a smooth paste and can ruin the final texture.
- Scrape the bowl: Pausing to scrape the sides ensures no dry crumbs are left behind in your spread.
- Adjust the consistency: If the butter is too thick, add an extra teaspoon of evaporated milk until it reaches your desired smoothness.
What To Serve With Cookie Butter
Spread this generously on toasted brioche or warm waffles for an easy morning treat. It also pairs incredibly well with crisp apple slices or stirred directly into a warm bowl of oatmeal.
How To Store
Keep your homemade cookie butter in an airtight glass jar at room temperature for up to five days. For longer storage, keep it in the fridge for up to two weeks. Just let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before spreading.
FAQs
Can I use a blender instead of a food processor?
Yes, a high-speed blender will work. You will just need to stop and scrape the sides more frequently.
Why did my cookie butter separate?
This happens if the oil gets too warm during a long blending session. Simply let it cool for a few minutes and pulse again.
Can I use different cookies?
While speculoos cookies provide the traditional flavor, you can definitely experiment. Graham crackers or gingersnaps work well for a fun twist.
Nutrition
- Calories: 95 kcal
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 65mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 10g
- Protein: 1g
Trader Joes Cookie Butter Recipe
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minutesThis creamy Trader Joes Cookie Butter Recipe blends smooth textures with classic speculoos cookies, a dash of cinnamon, and neutral oil, ready in just 10 minutes. It is a brilliant homemade treat for lazy weekend breakfasts or simple weekday snacking.
Ingredients
8 oz Biscoff or Speculoos cookies (about 30 cookies)
1/4 cup neutral oil (like canola or melted coconut oil)
1/4 cup evaporated milk
2 tbsp light brown sugar
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- 1. Crush the Cookies: Place the cookies in a food processor and pulse until they form fine, sandy crumbs.
- 2. Add Dry Ingredients: Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt, pulsing a few more times to combine everything evenly.
- 3. Stream in Wet Ingredients: With the processor running, slowly pour in the evaporated milk, oil, and vanilla extract.
- 4. Blend Until Smooth: Let the machine run for 2 to 3 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides, until glossy and creamy.
