Cookie Butter Hot Chocolate - A baJillian Recipes (2024)

Smooth, incredibly creamy, and undeniably heavenly, this Cookie Butter Hot Chocolate is exactly what you need to warm up during the cold, frigid winters!

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Aw, cookie butter…one of the world’s most monumental creations.

There truly is nothing like cookie butter. Its slightly cinnamony and deliciously caramelized flavor make it irresistible to literally anyone who tries it. Cookie butter even manages to make peanut butter taste rather plain, and that’s coming from someone who has a designated peanut butter jar used solely for devouring spoonfuls throughout the day.

No matter how many sweets and treats I make with this stuff, I don’t think I’ll ever run out of ideas for this magical spread. I’ve made cookies, cupcakes, blondies, pie, ice cream, puppy chow, Crème Brûlée and even granola. Just to name a few…

However, there is one food category I have YET to delve into.That is, until now…

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In case cookie butter wasn’t blissful enough on its own, how about combining it with the satisfyingly rich and creamy warmth of hot chocolate?

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WHITE hot chocolate, to be more precise. Although traditional hot chocolate recipes call for either cocoa powder, milk, or semi-sweet chocolate, this recipe utilizes the sweetness and subtlety of white chocolate, which allows the flavor of the cookie butter to really shine.

As for the brand of white chocolate to use, I went with Lindt white chocolate bars. If you’re using white chocolate chips, I recommend Ghirardelli since it melts smoothly. I’ve found that brands like Nestle and other lower quality white chocolate chips don’t work well in recipes that require any kind of melting. It’s usually because white chocolate has a lower melting point as it is, so with the addition of stabilizers, these low-quality chips are nearly impossible to melt. In addition to better meltability (is this a word?), using a high-quality white chocolate will definitely make a difference in the overall flavor.

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In the past, I’ve used an equal ratio of milk and heavy cream in my hot chocolate recipes. However, being that this was going to be a rather decadent beverage with the addition of both white chocolate AND cookie butter, I opted for a higher ratio of milk. You can use anything from 1% to whole milk. I’m sure vegan options like almond, cashew, or oat milk would work great in this recipe as well.

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When it comes to hot chocolate, I’ve noticed that most recipes tend to leave out one CRUCIAL ingredient…salt. This tiny, yet very essential ingredient not only enhances the flavor of hot chocolate (and pretty much anything it’s added to), but it also highlights the sweeter notes. It might seem like a minor detail, but trust me, it makes a MAJOR difference.

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This is a super simple one pot recipe. Everything goes into one saucepan and everything is heated until silky smooth. Just make sure you don’t get too impatient by heating the mixture on high. You never want it to boil, or you’ll risk burning the chocolate. Just remember, low and slow is the way to go! Your patience will definitely pay off once your tongue feels the warm sweetness of this indescribably heavenly beverage…

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Smooth, incredibly creamy, and undeniably heavenly, this Cookie Butter Hot Chocolate is exactly what you need to warm up during the cold, frigid winters!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Dessert, Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 3 Servings

Ingredients

Cookie Butter Hot Chocolate:

  • 2 ¼ cup milk
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 5 ounces white chocolate, chopped*
  • ½ cup creamy cookie butter (Biscoff or Speculoos Spread)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • Pinch salt

For Decorating:

  • Freshly-whipped cream
  • Melted cookie butter**
  • Biscoff Cookies (optional)

Instructions

  • Place the milk, heavy cream, white chocolate, cookie butter, vanilla and salt into a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the chocolate and cookie butter have completely melted, making sure not to let the mixture boil. Once smooth and fully incorporated, remove from the heat and pour into three mugs.

  • Top each mug of hot chocolate with freshly-whipped cream, a drizzle of cookie butter, and a Biscoff cookie. Serve immediately.

Notes

*I used Lindt white chocolate bars. If you’re using white chocolate chips, I recommend Ghirardelli since it melts smoothly. Try to stay away from low-quality white (vanilla-flavored) chips.

**Place two tablespoons of cookie butter into a small microwave-safe bowl, and heat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, or until thin enough to drizzle.

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Cookie Butter Hot Chocolate - A baJillian Recipes (2024)

FAQs

What does cookie butter taste good with? ›

Use cookie butter like you would other spreads. Serve it on toast, waffles or pancakes at breakfast, or use it as a dip for sliced apples, bananas, graham crackers or pretzels. Cookie butter can also be used in baked goods such as banana bread, muffins and cookies, like these 3-Ingredient Cookie Butter Cookies.

What the heck is cookie butter? ›

Cookie butter (Dutch: speculoospasta, Danish: trøffelmasse) is a food paste made primarily from speculoos cookie crumbs, fat (such as vegetable oil, condensed milk or butter), flour, and sugar. The ingredients are mixed until it becomes spreadable on a sandwich.

Can you heat up cookie butter? ›

To a microwave-safe bowl or cup, add the cookie butter. Microwave for 30 seconds just to heat it up so it becomes a liquid.

What is the difference between hot chocolate and hot cocoa? ›

Hot Chocolate is made using solid chocolate melted in warm milk or cream. Hot Cocoa, however, is made from a powdered base of cocoa with added sugar and dissolved in hot water or hot milk.

Should you refrigerate cookie butter? ›

If stored in the refrigerator, cookie butter will harden, but it can easily be softened by letting it sit at room temperature for a few minutes. Yet, it generally does not need to be refrigerated. Once opened, make sure to secure the lid tightly after each use to keep humidity and other air contaminants away.

Did Trader Joe's discontinued cookie butter? ›

cookie butter was discontinued. It was one of my. favorites.

Is cookie butter good in coffee? ›

The sweetness of the cookie butter blends perfectly with the rich and bold flavor of the espresso shots, creating a smooth and creamy coffee that's both satisfying and indulgent, and will give you that extra caffeine kick.

What is another name for cookie butter? ›

But before we ever snagged a jar off grocery shelves in the U.S., it was better known as speculoos spread and made from traditional European holiday cookies. So, how did cookie butter emerge from relative obscurity and become something we eat by the spoonful nightly on our couches?

Why is cookie butter so popular? ›

In the United States, many of the flavors in cookie butter are largely associated with fall and winter holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas, so this is why many people choose to make desserts with cookie butter around this time, though the product is available year-round.

What is Trader Joe's cookie butter? ›

It's basically a cookie, but in spreadable form.

These biscuits are ground up and then mixed with vegetable oils to produce a spread that has a consistency similar to peanut butter.

What does Trader Joe's cookie butter go with? ›

Spread it on bagels or waffles. Use it as a dip for pretzels or apple slices. Melt in the microwave and pour it over ice cream. Or turn the classic peanut butter & jelly on its head, by swapping the p.b. for Cookie Butter and the jelly for tart Raspberry Preserves.

What is speculoos? ›

Speculoos (French: spéculoos, German: Karamellgebäck) is a biscuit, originally manufactured in Belgium, made from wheat flour, candy syrup (from beet sugar), fat, and sometimes cinnamon.

Is hot chocolate better for you than coffee? ›

A healthier option: Compared to coffee, hot chocolate contains less fat and calories and is a good source of antioxidants.

What is coffee and hot chocolate called? ›

Caffè mocha, in its most basic formulation, can also be referred to as hot chocolate with (e.g., a shot of) espresso added. Like cappuccino, caffè mochas typically contain the distinctive milk froth on top; as is common with hot chocolate, they are sometimes served with whipped cream instead.

What do you eat Biscoff cookie butter with? ›

Biscoff cookie butter is incredibly versatile and can be enjoyed in many delicious ways! It's perfect for spreading on toast, bagels, or pancakes for a sweet and flavorful twist.

What to dip in cookie butter? ›

A delicious creamy dip made from cookie butter. It's perfect for dipping fruit, Graham crackers, and cookies.

What does Trader Joe's cookie butter go on? ›

Spread it on bagels or waffles. Use it as a dip for pretzels or apple slices. Melt in the microwave and pour it over ice cream. Or turn the classic peanut butter & jelly on its head, by swapping the p.b. for Cookie Butter and the jelly for tart Raspberry Preserves.

What flavor goes well with butter? ›

Choose a fresh flavor like basil, a classic goat cheese accompaniment like honey, or paprika for a sweet and peppery taste. Just mix it all together and serve on a board, or spread on bread for a delicious snack.

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