The Best Homemade Coffee Creamer

Eten en Voeden
Sep 30
3 min read

But first, coffee! If you start your day out like I do, then you’ll love this easy, quick and simple homemade coffee creamer. Not only is it healthier than store-bought options, but it’s also budget-friendly and completely customizable.

Why Make Coffee Creamer at Home?

Store-bought creamers are convenient, but they’re often loaded with artificial flavors, preservatives, and excess sugar. When you make your own:

✅ You control the ingredients – choose natural sweeteners and real flavors.
✅ It saves money – a homemade batch costs less than buying bottles every week.
✅ Customizable – make it dairy-free, sugar-free, or seasonal.
✅ Freshness guaranteed – no long ingredient lists, just simple goodness.

Easy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipe

This basic recipe takes less than 10 minutes and makes enough for a week’s worth of coffee.

Ingredients:

Water
Brown Sugar
Cinnamon
Salt
Vanilla Paste
Heavy Whipping cream

Instructions:

In a small saucepan, add water and brown sugar.
Heat over medium-low, stirring until the brown sugar dissolves.
Remove from heat and whisk in cinnamon, salt and vanilla.
Allow to slightly cool, then transfer to a glass jar or bottle with a lid.
Add heavy whipping cream.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days or until the heavy whipping cream would normally expire. Shake before each use.

Flavor Variations for Coffee Creamer

Once you master the base recipe, you can easily create your favorite flavors:

Mocha Creamer: Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder while heating.
Cinnamon Roll Creamer: Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon + a pinch of nutmeg.
Pumpkin Spice Creamer: Add 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree + 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice.
Hazelnut Creamer: Swap vanilla for hazelnut extract.
Coconut Creamer (Dairy-Free): Replace heavy cream with canned coconut milk.

Storage Tips

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or until dairy would expire.
Shake before pouring since natural ingredients may separate.
For longer shelf life, freeze in ice cube trays and thaw as needed.

Homemade Coffee Creamer FAQ

1. How long does homemade coffee creamer last? It typically lasts about 7 days in the refrigerator when stored properly.

2. Can I make this dairy-free? Yes! Use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk instead of dairy milk, and replace cream with coconut cream.

3. Can I make sugar-free coffee creamer? Absolutely. Use a natural sweetener like stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol instead of sugar or honey.

4. What’s the best container to store it in? A mason jar, swing-top glass bottle, or any airtight container works best.

5. Can I double the recipe? Yes, just adjust ingredient amounts. If you make a larger batch, consider freezing half for later.

Final Thoughts

Making your own coffee creamer at home is one of the easiest ways to upgrade your daily coffee ritual. With just a few ingredients, you’ll have a creamy, delicious addition to your morning cup—without the artificial extras. The vanilla version is my favorite homemade coffee creamer, but its a fun seasonal experiment with flavors like pumpkin spice or peppermint mocha to make every sip feel special.

☕✨ Say goodbye to store-bought creamers and hello to fresher, healthier mornings!