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The Sweet Surprise of Homemade Cookie Butter

When I first tried a European cookie spread at a trade show, I was hesitant about the idea of ground-up cookies as a tasty treat. But one bite and I was hooked! Now, domestic versions are popping up everywhere, from Trader Joe’s to drugstores. But why settle for store-bought when you can make your own?

The Magic of Graham Crackers

CHOW’s recipe uses graham crackers as the base, blended with powdered and brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a food processor. To achieve an ultra-smooth texture, the mixture is then ground again in a spice grinder until powdery. Finally, oil is added to create a creamy cookie butter perfect for spreading on toast or using as a dip for apples or pretzels.

Get Ready to Make It Happen

Before you start, make sure you have both a food processor and a spice grinder on hand. This recipe yields about 1 1/2 cups of cookie butter and takes only 15 minutes to prepare.

The Essential Ingredients

• 15 whole graham crackers (about 8 ounces)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil

The Easy Steps to Cookie Butter Bliss

1. Crush Those Crackers: Break the graham crackers into 2-inch pieces and process them in a food processor until finely ground, about 1 minute.
2. Add the Magic Ingredients: Add the powdered sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the processor and mix until well combined.
3. Get Powdery: Transfer the mixture to a spice grinder and grind until very fine, working in batches if necessary.
4. Add the Oil: Return the powder to the food processor and slowly add the oil in a steady stream, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed, until the mixture is smooth, about 1 minute.
5. Store and Enjoy: Transfer the cookie butter to a container with a tight-fitting lid and store at room temperature for up to 1 month. If the mixture separates, simply stir to recombine before serving.

With this easy recipe, you’ll be indulging in your own homemade cookie butter in no time!