By Becky Hardin
Updated Jul 31, 2025
If you miss Trader Joe’s Cookies and Cream Cookie Butter, you’re not alone—I was hooked on that jar of chocolatey, creamy magic! When it vanished from shelves, I had to recreate it. This easy copycat recipe tastes just like the original. It’s thick, sweet, and packed with cookie goodness. I spread it on toast, drizzle it over ice cream, or just eat it by the spoonful. You’re going to want to make a double batch!
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Cookies and Cream Cookie Butter
Any true Trader Joe’s fan has tried their Cookies and Cream Cookie Butter. When I first saw it on the shelves, I knew I would be hooked. It’s the perfect dip to satisfy your sweet tooth.
If you haven’t tried cookie butter before, you’re missing out. Imagine a sweet, creamy spread made from crushed cookies instead of nuts—basically dessert in spreadable form!
This cookies and cream version is my favorite. It’s rich and dreamy like Nutella, but with a twist of chocolate cookie crunch. I love it as a dip, slathered on toast, or just eaten by the spoonful when no one’s looking.
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FOR THE COOKIE SIDE
- ▢ 15 Oreo cookies 170 grams
- ▢ 2 tbsp vegetable oil 25 grams
- ▢ ¼ cup heavy cream 57 grams
FOR THE CREAM SIDE
- ▢ ¼ cup unsalted butter 57 grams, room temperature (½ stick)
- ▢ ¼ cup vegetable shortening 46 grams, such as Crisco (¼ stick)
- ▢ 1¾ cups powdered sugar 198 grams
- ▢ 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 4 grams
Instructions
FOR THE COOKIE SIDE
- Place the cookies in your Blendtec blender and mix on “chop” for about 10 seconds or until completely chopped and fine. (I used the Twister Jar for making this cookie butter. It is so nice to use the twister lid to get the cookies back into the middle while mixing. LOVE!) 15 Oreo cookies
- Pour the vegetable oil and cream into the jar and blend on “mix” or medium-high until a batter like consistency forms. Set aside. ¼ cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp vegetable oil
FOR THE CREAM SIDE
- In a small bowl using a handheld or stand mixer beat the butter and shortening together on high until creamy using the paddle attachment, about 1 minute. ¼ cup unsalted butter, ¼ cup vegetable shortening
- Turn off the mixer and add the sugar and vanilla. Beat on low-medium for about one minute until well combined and super creamy. It will be pretty thick. 1¾ cups powdered sugar, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
ASSEMBLY
- In a jar or bowl, fill the cream side first. Since it’s thicker, its easier to do this side first. When I put the cream into the mason jar, I used a spoon and stuck the cream to the side of the jar until one side was filled.
- Pour or spoon the cookie filling into the other side.
- Serve on top of toast or as a dip with cookies.
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- High Powered Blender
- Hand Mixer (optional)
- Stand Mixer (optional)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Cookies and Cream Butter Step by Step
Chop the cookies: Place 15 Oreo cookies in your Blendtec blender and mix on “chop” for about 10 seconds or until completely chopped and fine. (I used the Twister Jar for making this cookie butter. It is so nice to use the twister lid to get the cookies back into the middle while mixing.)
Combine cream and oil: Pour 2 tbsp vegetable oil and ¼ cup cream into the Blendtec jar and blend on “mix” or medium-high until a batter-like consistency forms. Set aside.
Make the cream : In a small bowl, using a handheld or stand mixer, beat the ¼ cup unsalted butter and ¼ cup vegetable shortening, using the paddle attachment, on high until creamy, about 1 minute.
Add sugar and vanilla: Turn off the mixer and add 1¾ cups powdered sugar and 1 tsp pure vanilla extract. Beat on low-medium for about one minute until well combined and super creamy. It will be pretty thick.
Fill the jar : In a jar or bowl, fill the cream side first. Since it’s thicker, it’s easier to do this side first. When I put the cream into the mason jar, I used a spoon and stuck the cream to the side of the jar until one side was filled. Pour or spoon the cookie filling into the other side.
Serve: Serve atop toast or as a dip with cookies. Enjoy!
How to Store
Store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Serving Suggestions
I absolutely love serving this cookie butter with graham crackers. The sweetness matches the flavor perfectly. Everyone in the room will devour it (so keep it hidden if you want it all for yourself). I’m not opposed to eating it by the spoonful either.
But you could also serve it with cookies (yes, more cookies!) or churros , or mix a spoonful into your bowl of ice cream. But don’t feel limited. Try it on everything from brownies to waffles or pancakes , to fruit, and even your morning toast.
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Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- High Powered Blender
- Hand Mixer (optional)
- Stand Mixer (optional)
Ingredients
FOR THE COOKIE SIDE
- 15 Oreo cookies 170 grams
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil 25 grams
- ¼ cup heavy cream 57 grams
FOR THE CREAM SIDE
- ¼ cup unsalted butter 57 grams, room temperature (½ stick)
- ¼ cup vegetable shortening 46 grams, such as Crisco (¼ stick)
- 1¾ cups powdered sugar 198 grams
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 4 grams
Instructions
FOR THE COOKIE SIDE
- Place the cookies in your Blendtec blender and mix on “chop” for about 10 seconds or until completely chopped and fine. (I used the Twister Jar for making this cookie butter. It is so nice to use the twister lid to get the cookies back into the middle while mixing. LOVE!) 15 Oreo cookies
- Pour the vegetable oil and cream into the jar and blend on “mix” or medium-high until a batter like consistency forms. Set aside. ¼ cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp vegetable oil
FOR THE CREAM SIDE
- In a small bowl using a handheld or stand mixer beat the butter and shortening together on high until creamy using the paddle attachment, about 1 minute. ¼ cup unsalted butter, ¼ cup vegetable shortening
- Turn off the mixer and add the sugar and vanilla. Beat on low-medium for about one minute until well combined and super creamy. It will be pretty thick. 1¾ cups powdered sugar, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
ASSEMBLY
- In a jar or bowl, fill the cream side first. Since it’s thicker, its easier to do this side first. When I put the cream into the mason jar, I used a spoon and stuck the cream to the side of the jar until one side was filled.
- Pour or spoon the cookie filling into the other side.
- Serve on top of toast or as a dip with cookies.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
