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Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipe

Published: January 25, 2025 Prep Time: About 10 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Serves: 2 cups Difficulty: Easy Category: Beverage Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine whole milk, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is warm but not boiling.
  3. Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. Continue whisking until sugar is completely dissolved.
  5. Let cool to room temperature.
  6. Transfer to a clean jar or bottle.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before using.
  8. Shake well before each use.

Special Notes

This homemade coffee creamer recipe creates a rich, creamy addition to your morning coffee that's free from artificial ingredients. The combination of whole milk, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk creates a luxurious texture and flavor. The vanilla extract adds sweetness and aroma, while the spices provide warmth and complexity. This creamer is perfect for those who want to control the ingredients in their coffee additions. You can customize the flavor by adding different extracts, spices, or sweeteners. The creamer keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and can be used in both hot and iced coffee.