Creamy Coffee Creamer Recipes Perfect for Fall Days
A homemade coffee creamer infused with warm spices and seasonal flavors, perfect for cozy fall mornings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings (1 tablespoon per serving) 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole milk or non-dairy alternatives like almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream (or coconut cream for non-dairy version)
- ½ cup (100 g) sweetener (granulated sugar, brown sugar, or maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons (45 g) pumpkin puree (optional for pumpkin spice creamer)
- ½ teaspoon (2 g) ground cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, mix 1 cup of milk, 1 cup of heavy cream, and ½ cup of your chosen sweetener. Stir well.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 3 tablespoons of pumpkin puree (optional), ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk continuously for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture is warm and slightly thickened. Do not let it boil.
- Remove from heat and taste. Adjust the sweetness or spices as needed.
- Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove any lumps or spice particles for an ultra-smooth texture (optional).
- Let the creamer cool for 15 minutes before transferring it to a mason jar or airtight container. Refrigerate for up to one week.
Notes
[‘Keep an eye on the saucepan to avoid boiling, as it can cause curdling.’, ‘Whisk thoroughly to ensure a smooth texture, especially when using spices or pumpkin puree.’, ‘Adjust sweetness to taste by starting with half the recommended amount of sugar and adding more if needed.’, ‘Freshly ground cinnamon and nutmeg enhance the flavor.’, ‘Use a milk frother or blender for a frothy texture before serving.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 3.5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 1
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