1-First Step: Prepare Your Cookie Crumbs Begin by processing your dry cookies in a food processor until they turn into fine crumbs. If you’re using sandwich cookies, scrape out the creamy filling first to avoid a too-sweet mix. This step ensures your base is ready and helps achieve that smooth texture we all love in cookie butter.

2-Second Step: Melt the Butter Next, melt 1/2 stick of butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring gently until it’s fully liquid. This only takes a minute or two, so keep an eye on it to prevent burning. Once melted, you’re set to combine it with the other liquids for that rich flavor foundation.

3-Third Step: Mix the Liquids Stir in 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk and 1/4 cup evaporated milk into the melted butter until everything is well combined. This creates a creamy base that binds with the crumbs aim for a smooth mixture that coats your spoon nicely. For dietary tweaks, use coconut oil instead of butter if you’re going vegan.

4-Fourth Step: Combine with Crumbs Gradually add about 1/2 cup of this liquid mixture to your 2 cups of cookie crumbs, stirring until just moistened. Depending on how dry your cookies are, you might need to adjust the liquid amount to get the right consistency. This part is key for a homemade cookie butter that’s not too thick or too thin, and it’s easy to adapt for different tastes.

5-Fifth Step: Chill the Mixture Once mixed, pop the whole thing into the fridge for 1-2 hours to let it firm up. This chilling time, which takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes total including prep, helps develop the flavors and makes it easier to work with later. It’s a great time to relax or prep other snacks!

6-Sixth Step: Adjust for Texture After chilling, check the texture and add water in 1/8 teaspoon increments, stirring vigorously until you reach your desired smoothness. This fine-tunes your cookie butter to be perfectly spreadable, especially if it feels a bit dry. Remember, this step keeps things flexible for various preferences, like making a creamy cookie butter recipe that’s just right for you.

7-Final Step: Store and Serve Give it another quick chill before storing, and you’re done your homemade cookie butter is ready to enjoy! It’s delicious on toast or as a dip, and the whole process only requires 15 minutes of active work. For more baking ideas, check out our banana chocolate chip muffins recipe to pair with it.