I must be the last person in bloggie land to bake with Biscoff. I have read endless raves about it but for some reason had never gotten around to trying it…even though I have had a jar in the cupboard since Spring. I was looking for a new cookie recipe and saw this one on my friend Chris’s blog, THE CAFE SUCRE FARINE, and decided…what the heck…it’s time to try that stuff. BTW, Biscoff stands for “biscuit” plus “coffee” (it’s served with coffee – it’s not coffee flavored). The concept of cookie butter really didn’t sink in until I tasted this silky smooth creation and discovered that…indeed…it does taste just like cookies. My family loved this recipe and I know it is one I will make often. Thanks, Chris, this is a winner.
It’s my guess that Biscoff can be used in place of nut butter in just about any recipe. The toffee bits added lots of flavor and texture to these cookies and the next time I make them I’ll probably toss in a handful of chopped pecans as well. Chris suggested rolling the uncooked balls of dough in turbinado sugar for some added crunch and flavor and I thought it was the perfect finishing touch.
Biscoff Spread is right up there with cinnamon chips as one of my favorite newly discovered baking ingredients.
What is your favorite Biscoff recipe?
HAPPY WEEKEND EVERYONE…and happy baking.
NOTE: Are you wondering what Biscoff Spread is? Looks like I’m not the only one who hasn’t tried it.
BISCOFF SPREAD is a peanut butter-like spread made of speculoos cookies. Speculoos are buttery, brown sugar and spice-flavored cookies that are similar to gingersnaps and are popular in the Netherlands (and elsewhere). They’re traditionally served around the Christmas season. The spread is made of speculoos cookies (Biscoff brand, which are widely available) that are turned into a thick spread with the addition of sugar, vegetable oil and other all natural ingredients. The spread is smooth and creamy, with a deep brown sugar, butter and spice flavor to it. In other words, it is a spreadable cookie and it is delicious. It can be found in most major grocery chains and in Walmart. If you can’t find it close to you it is available in both the creamy and chunky versions on AMAZON.COM. Try it…you’ll love it!
- 3 cups all purpose flour
- 1-1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup Biscoff Spread
- ½ cup shortening
- ½ cup butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 8-oz bag Bits of Brickle
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper or silpats.
- Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt in a medium size bowl and set aside.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, Biscoff, shortening and butter and mix until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla and beat until well combined.
- Add flour mixture and beat just until ingredients are incorporated. Add toffee bits, mix until combined.
- Scoop up dough and roll into 1 to 1-1/2 inch balls. Roll balls in turbinado (raw) sugar to coat.
- Place dough balls on prepared sheet pans, about 2 inches apart. Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until lightly golden brown. Cool 5 minutes, then transfer to wire cooling rack. Store in an airtight container when completely cool or freeze until ready to use.
I guess I’m now the last person in blogland who hasn’t baked with Biscoff! These cookies look so good that I’m thinking I need to relinquish that “crown” soon!!
Best,
Bonnie
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No, I’m the last one. I thought they looked amazing when I saw them on Chris’ blog and now you’re reinforcing the fact Cathy. What am I waiting for!
Hope you are enjoying a lovely fall weekend.
Sam
Sam @ My Carolina Kitchen recently posted..Marcella Hazan’s Spaghetti Frittata
…and I’m right behind you and Sam… Haven’t tried it but your cookies are pretty and I’m sure everyone loves them:@)
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Cathy, these cookies look so good! I made some scones with the Biscoff spread last year and loved them. I guess Trader Joe’s makes a knock off version, called Cookie Spread. I would like to try theirs, too, to compare.
Kitty recently posted..Three Bean Chili
These look and sound so delicious:)
I love how we literally Feed off each other:)
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These look so wonderful. The problem is that if I bring home a jar of Biscoff spread one afternoon it is usually gone before the next sundown. I guess I’ll have to start planning better because this stuff is gooooood! I can’t wait to make these cookies.
Karen Harris recently posted..Ham, Swiss and Green Onion Bread and Butter Pudding
Hahaha…I’ve got the same jar sitting in MY cupboard since spring, too. Ever since Kitty in TX posted about the scones she made with it, I’ve been meaning to try it.
Now I shall have to make both!!! Yummo!
Rettabug recently posted..Gluten Free White Wine Cake
Oh dear, another one’s fallen to the Biscoff addiction
I have to hide the stuff from myself. I’m so happy you enjoyed these Cathy but now that you’ve reminded me of them I may be forced to make another batch 
Thanks for the link, have a great day!
Thank you for the wonderful recipe, Chris. I love to find a new product and and am looking forward to trying new recipes with it. Biscoff on apple slices is my new favorite snack.
Cathy recently posted..Biscoff Toffee Cookies
I am obsessed with Biscoff! These cookies look delicious!
Stephanie @ PlainChicken recently posted..One-Pot Baked Ziti {Pampered Chef Rockcrok Giveaway}
One recipe and I think I’m addicted! I had no idea this stuff was so good. I would have tried it ages ago.
Cathy recently posted..Biscoff Toffee Cookies
No I’m sorry Cathy, I am the last person in Bloggie Land that hasn’t baked with Biscoff. And I have to admit I don’t even know what it is. With all that said, great looking cookies.
Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch) recently posted..Crock Pot Italian Beef Sliders
Hi Lea Ann. It’s comforting to know I’m not the last person to find out about this yummy spread. I sometimes feel kind of out of it since I’m usually trying something for the first time that others’ and been using for months. Wow, I can’t wait to read details of your trip. It sounds like you had a fabulous time.
Cathy recently posted..Biscoff Toffee Cookies
I’ve seen that dreamy stuff on the shelves at T.J’s but never bought it because I know just how good those little speculoos cookies are from there, but these are over the top Cathy!
Marie recently posted..Ricotta Filled Baked Pears and a Giveaway
these cookies look like they melt in your mouth…I have never heard of this stuff…the only Biscoff I know of is the cookies that Delta serves on their flights….Where do I find it…??
Hi Sue – Biscoff spread is made from those same cookies and I know, if you like them, you will love this spread. It is in our local grocery chains here and at Walmart. You are in for a treat if you buy some.
Cathy recently posted..Biscoff Toffee Cookies
Biscoff is my new favorite thing and when I saw Chris’s recipe, I had to try it immediately. You are right about these cookies being a real winner. I’m just mad because the hubby ate more of them than I did, including the last one!!!!
Linda recently posted..Step by Step
Those look divine. I am bookmarking the recipe! I just bought my first jar of Speculoos Butter. I got it from Trader Joes. In fact, I just had some on a graham cracker!!
XO Kris
G’day! I must be the last person now in blogger land who has not baked with Biscoff! lol TRUE!
Never heard of “Bits of Brickle” so thank you today for allowing me to learn something new!
Cheers! Joanne
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Hi Joanne – Thank you so much for visiting today. The brickle toffee bits are made by Heath and I found them in one of our chain big box stores. I hope you give Biscoff spread a try if you can find it. I think it is going to be a fun new product to use in some extra special recipes.
Cathy recently posted..Biscoff Toffee Cookies
You are not the last…I still have no idea what biscoff is…but I love toffee, those cookies must be very delicious!
Angie@Angie’s Recipes recently posted..Pumpkin Quark Cheesecake with Pomegranate and White Chocolate
Too funny! I have on jar of Biscoff and one jar of Trader Joe’s Cookie Butter spread. I haven’t used either, yet. I’m paralyzed, trying to figure out what to make– ice cream? Frosting? Cake? Pie? Cookies? Yes, cookies! These look so good that I have to make them! I love crunchy sugar on my cookies.
Foodiewife recently posted..Classic Pumpkin Roll with Orange Cream Cheese Filling
Never heard of Biscoff but I love toffee so this recipe appeals to me. I’m definitely shopping for a jar of Biscoff Spread.
Hi Nancy – Welcome to my blog. It is always fun to find a delicious new product. This one is a winner. Thanks so much for your comment.
Cathy recently posted..Biscoff Toffee Cookies
Actually, no you are not! They started selling Biscoff spread in French super markets well before they started selling it in the US and I was so tempted… but never got around to it. I think it must be perfect in cookies! You are going to make me do it, aren’t you Cathy? The cookies look too darn good!
Jamie recently posted..Visual Feast VI
Nope, I am too. Never bought it. Not sure I’ve even seen it.
Those look delicious.
Oh Cathy – these cookies look amazing. My kids would LOVE these.
Pam recently posted..Green Beans Gremolata
They look scrumptious. Great idea to add toffee. The chunky Biscoff is my favorite.
Barbara @ Barbara Bakes recently posted..Giveaway and Favorite Fall Recipes
My daughter turned me on to Biscoff, but it still isn’t easy to find here. And I love Biscoff but am not in l0ve with the Biscoff cookies. However, your cookies-now those I could be in love with!
Abbe@This is How I Cook recently posted..Barramundi White Fish with Mushrooms and Browned Butter
This would be a fantastic cookie for Christmas baking. Thanks for sharing!
Nancy/SpicieFoodie recently posted..Vietnamese Chicken Noodle Soup: Pho Ga
I’ve never seen nor tasted Biscoff, Cathy. Your cookies look yummy, so I need to locate it.
~Judy
JG recently posted..Apple Crisp with Craisins/ Raisins
I keep hearing about this stuff, and now you have convinced me to try it! These cookies sound wonderful!
I’m laughing at the comments…. and must say: no, I’m the last one! I have heard about it though. There’s a Walmart near me and I’ve been checking there for Gingerbread Oreos, which haven’t come in yet. So I’ll get some Biscoff next trip. Fabulous looking cookies!
Barbara recently posted..Man-Pleasing Chicken
Gingerbread oreos! Are you serious? That’s a new one for me. I’ll keep looking until I find them. Hope you find the Biscoff, Barbara. It’s really very good.
Cathy recently posted..Biscoff Toffee Cookies
I made these, too, Cathy…and will post at the end of the month. The were fantastic…Chris is such an inspiration
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Cathy, I’ve never baked with biscoff yet . . . it doesn’t last while it’s even in the jar from which we dip into and eat straight out of on a spoon! Perfect addition to cookies!!!
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Yummy cookies indeed! They look just wonderful & very appetizing too. ☺️
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