25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (2024)

You know, those Folger’s people have something saying that coffee is the best part of waking up. I love my morning coffee and often enjoy it in the evenings with a little flavored creamer. That said, I have found that those flavored creamers can get a bit expensive, especially if you want something different from time to time. So what can we do about that? We can DIY our own flavored coffee creamers!

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (1)I love flavored coffees so I started looking for a few flavors that I can make from home. Honesty, I had the idea to add some of these to a few gift baskets that I’m making for Christmas and when I found out how easy…not to mention cheap…they are to make, I decided that I would just have to have a few for myself. I do love my Starbucks coffees but they’re a bit expensive, too. And, if you haven’t already, be sure to have a look at these 35 copycat Starbucks recipes that you can make at home. They’re delicious and so easy to make!

Now, back to our DIY coffee creamers; whether you like amaretto, cinnamon, French vanilla, pumpkin spice or just about any other flavor, you’re going to find the recipe here. These coffee creamers are so delicious and perfect for those chilly mornings or evenings when you want a little something besides just black coffee. And, if you need something to enjoy with your steaming cup, be sure to check out these scrumptious chocolate chip cookies. They’re absolutely heavenly!

1. Almond Joy Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (2)Almond Joy is one of my favorite candy bars, which makes me really love this homemade Almond Joy coffee creamer. This one is perfect for cold winter mornings or anytime you want a little something sweet with your coffee. You make it with heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate syrup, coconut extract and almond extract and it tastes just like that favorite candy bar!

Recipe and Instructions: sisterssavingcents

2. Homemade Chocolate Raspberry Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (3)This smooth creamy chocolate coffee creamer has a little kick of raspberry that gives it a wonderful flavor. With whole milk, half and half creamer, sugar, raspberry preserves, vanilla and cocoa powder, this one is perfect for those of you who love raspberry and chocolate combinations. This would also be delicious in an iced coffee blend.

Recipe and Instructions: thegraciouswife

3. Homemade Amaretto Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (4)Amaretto is an acquired taste but if you like it, this amaretto coffee creamer is wonderful. It’s easy to make and because it’s made with dry milk powder, you can make up a huge batch and have it on hand for when company comes over. Just add powdered sugar, almond extract and cinnamon to your powdered milk, blend and then store in an airtight container for weeks.

Recipe and Instructions: freehomeschooldeals

4. DIY Autumn Spice Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (5)This autumn spice creamer is perfect for fall and a wonderful addition to your morning coffee. You’ll need half and half as well as heavy cream to make this one. You blend the two together and then add sweetened condensed milk, pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon. This is a liquid creamer so you’ll need to keep it in the fridge and it stores well in an airtight container for a week or so.

Recipe and Instructions: mymontanakitchen

5. Caramel Marshmallow Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (6)I love caramel coffees. The smooth caramel flavor is just so delicious in a hot drink and this caramel marshmallow creamer is super easy to make. You’ll need milk and half and half as well as marshmallow cream, caramel topping, sugar and vanilla to make this one. You’ll have to heat the ingredients to make sure that the marshmallow cream dissolves well and then pour it into a refrigerator container. It stores in the fridge for up to four weeks.

Recipe and Instructions: thegraciouswife

6. Homemade Vanilla Chai Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (7)This vanilla chai coffee creamer takes less than half an hour to make and you can store it in the fridge for weeks. You’ll need half and half, chai tea bags, vanilla bean paste or extract and agave syrup for a sweetener. Just warm the half and half and then let the tea bags seep in it for about 15 minutes. Add your other ingredients and you’re all set.

Recipe and Instructions: nutmegnanny

7. Chocolate Chip Cookie Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (8)Everyone loves chocolate chip cookies, right? If you do, this homemade chocolate chip cookie coffee creamer is for you. It has unsweetened cocoa powder, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, brown sugar and vanilla extract and tastes like a liquid chocolate chip cookie. This is the perfect creamer for after dinner when you want something a bit sweet but you just don’t have any chocolate chip cookies on hand.

Recipe and Instructions: shugarysweets

8. Homemade Chocolate Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (9)This chocolate coffee creamer looks like something that you would get from Starbucks, but it’s a lot cheaper to make…and it’s homemade. You just add chocolate syrup and vanilla to milk and cream to make it and then add it to your coffee. This one only takes a few minutes to make and gives you weeks of flavored creamer.

Recipe and Instructions: thegraciouswife

9. Cinnamon Roll Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (10)This homemade cinnamon roll coffee creamer is great for those of you who love a strong cinnamon taste. It only takes about 10 minutes to make and you can store it in the fridge for several weeks. This would make a wonderful gift for someone for the upcoming holidays. Just add some of this creamer in a basket with a coffee mug and a container of coffee.

Recipe and Instructions: crunchycreamysweet

10. Homemade Coconut Milk Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (11)This coconut milk creamer has a little surprise for you. It’s made with coconut milk, vanilla and dates to give it a wonderful and very unique flavor. This one doesn’t have to cook, either. Just blend all of your ingredients together and strain it to remove any date bits. Then store it in the fridge in a tight lidded container for up to a week.

Recipe and Instructions: lifecurrents

11. Crème Brule Homemade Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (12)If you’ve ever had crème brule then you know just how delicious it is. This homemade creamer perfectly mimics that taste and it’s super fast and easy to make. Just blend a can of evaporated milk with light brown sugar, whole milk and vanilla extract. Pour into a jar and store in the refrigerator until you’re ready for a tasty coffee creamer.

Recipe and Instructions: shugarysweets

12. Holiday Eggnog Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (13)The holidays are nearly here, which thrills me because I absolutely love eggnog. Little did I know that you can make your own delicious eggnog coffee creamer with just a handful of ingredients. You need sweetened condensed milk, half and half, nutmeg, and a teaspoon of rum extract to make this one and it’s absolutely divine. This would also make a wonderful gift for anyone you know who loves coffee…and eggnog.

Recipe and Instructions: galonamission

13. Homemade Gingerbread Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (14)This homemade gingerbread coffee creamer is a great vegan recipe and it’s also perfect for the upcoming holidays. It takes coconut milk, coconut sugar, molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves to give it that wonderful gingerbread taste. This would be a wonderful morning pick me up, particularly through fall and is perfect for serving at Christmas or even giving out as a holiday gift.

Recipe and Instructions: exsloth

14. DIY Hazelnut Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (15)This hazelnut coffee creamer is sure to be a hit with anyone who loves flavored creamers. Hazelnut is one of the most popular coffee creamer flavors but those store bought versions can be expensive. This one is inexpensive and really easy to make and you can have it finished in about 15 minutes. It keeps in the fridge in a tightly lidded jar for about four days.

Recipe and Instructions: stupideasypaleo

15. Marshmallow Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (16)This homemade marshmallow creamer will make your coffee taste almost like hot chocolate, and it’s really easy to make. You just combine milk and half and half or heavy cream, sugar, marshmallow cream and vanilla extract. You can make this up in about 10 minutes and it stores in the fridge in a tightly covered container for up to four weeks.

Recipe and Instructions: thegraciouswife

16. Mint Chocolate Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (17)Mint and chocolate go so well together and they really make your coffee taste great. This is such a wonderful creamer for the upcoming holidays! This mint chocolate creamer is super easy to make. Just mix coconut milk with vanilla almond milk and add cocoa powder, stevia or other sweetener and peppermint extract. Your coffee will taste just like a York Peppermint Pattie!

Recipe and Instructions: createmindfully

17. Homemade Nutella Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (18)Nutella is a staple in my house…my kids insist on it. I’m sure they would also love this Nutella coffee creamer. With hints of hazelnut and chocolate, this is the perfect creamer for a relaxing cup of coffee after a long day and it’s so easy to make. You’ll need Nutella, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk and about 15 minutes to make it. You can use fat free or low fat milks and make this one a bit healthier without marring the taste.

18. Peanut Butter Cup Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (19)You know you love Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, right? So why not enjoy the taste in your coffee? This peanut butter cup creamer is really easy to make and so delicious. You’ll need half and half, sweetened condensed milk, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and vanilla. You just heat the ingredients for about five minutes until the peanut butter is dissolved well and then store it in the fridge for a week or so.

Recipe and Instructions: vlhamlin

19. Pumpkin Spice Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (20)I’ll admit, I’m one of those people who absolutely love pumpkin spice. I buy the creamer for my coffee every year…well at least I did. From now on, I’ll be making this quick and easy pumpkin spice coffee creamer myself. You use pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice and brown sugar, along with milk and heavy cream to make this one. It’s a quick one to put together and it will stay fresh in the fridge for up to five days.

Recipe and Instructions: crunchycreamysweet

20. Homemade Salted Caramel Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (21)Salted caramel is all the rage right now so this salted caramel coffee creamer fits in perfectly. If you want something that is really smooth and tasty for your morning coffee, I definitely recommend giving this one a try. It takes vanilla, brown sugar, salt, half and half and water to make and only takes a few minutes to put together. Store this in the fridge for up to a week or so and just give it a little shake before you use it.

Recipe and Instructions: alaskafromscratch

21. Snickers Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (22)This yummy Snickers coffee creamer fits into paleo and vegan diets and it’s absolutely scrumptious. It takes coconut milk, dates, cocoa powder, almond extract and water to make and you only need about 10 minutes or so to finish it. Plus, the ingredients make an entire 16 ounces of creamer, which you can store in the fridge for up to 10 days.

Recipe and Instructions: physicalkitchness

22. Easy DIY Caramel Macchiato Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (23)Caramel macchiato is my favorite Starbucks drink. I get one every time I have a chance and now I can make my own creamer at home…that tastes just like what I get from Starbucks! With real caramel bits, sugar and heavy cream, this is a smooth and thick creamer that is perfect for those cold winter mornings. Plus, if you love Starbucks caramel macchiato as much as I do, this will save you a fortune!

Recipe and Instructions: amandathevirtuouswife

23. Vanilla Bean Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (24)If you love French vanilla creamer in your coffee, you will absolutely adore this vanilla bean creamer. It’s so easy to make, too and tastes so wonderful with real vanilla bean paste. You also need half and half, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract to make this one and the recipe is really easy. Just mix the ingredients together in a jar…I would use a mason jar…and then store in the fridge.

Recipe and Instructions: wineandglue

24. Homemade Vanilla Cardamom Coffee Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (25)This vanilla cardamom creamer is perfect for a little pick me up in your morning coffee or it makes a great iced coffee, as well. You add whole milk, heavy cream, sugar, cardamom pods and vanilla bean together and heat. Then transfer to a tightly lidded container and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Recipe and Instructions: wonkywonderful

25. DIY Cinnamon Vanilla Creamer

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (26)Cinnamon and vanilla go so well together, particularly throughout the holidays so this creamer is perfect for the upcoming colder months. You can even make up big batches of this one and freeze it to use later…or to make a wonderful iced coffee. It uses whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract and cinnamon and gives you such a wonderfully relaxing flavor!

Recipe and Instructions: mealplanningmagic

25 Yummy Homemade Coffee Creamer Recipes (2024)

FAQs

Is it cheaper to make homemade creamer? ›

Cost-Effective: Homemade coffee creamer can save you a pretty penny in the long run. Plus, many homemade creamer recipes use ingredients you likely already have on hand, making it budget-friendly.

How to make the best coffee with creamer? ›

If you've already brewed your coffee, you can still add creamer for extra flavour and sweetness. Simply pour your coffee into a blender and add your desired amount of creamer. Blend until the cream is well combined and enjoy!

Is it better to make your own coffee creamer? ›

While it may be easy to grab a container from the store, homemade coffee creamer is a fresher alternative that tastes better and won't have you worrying about the nutrition label. Even better: It's surprisingly simple to make using only 3 ingredients!

What can I use as a creamer if I have none? ›

Plant-Based Milk
  • Cashew Milk. This coffee creamer alternative, cashew milk, has a similar viscosity to cow's milk. ...
  • Hemp Milk. Hemp milk is one of the few plant-based milks that contains all nine essential amino acids. ...
  • Macadamia Milk. ...
  • Oat Milk. ...
  • Pistachio Milk. ...
  • Coconut Cream. ...
  • Flavored Butter. ...
  • Irish Cream Liqueur.
Oct 27, 2023

How do you thicken homemade coffee creamer? ›

For a quick thickening, you'll simply add two tablespoons of cornstarch for every cup of liquid that you have in your creamer. You may feel tempted to use flour in place of cornstarch, but that can lead to your creamer having an odd flour taste.

How long does homemade coffee creamer last? ›

Combine half and half, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract to a quart-sized (32 oz) mason jar. Cover and shake – screw the lid on tightly and shake the creamer until well combined (you can also whisk it up). Store – keep the creamer covered and refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

How do you make coffee taste better without sugar and creamer? ›

If you want to give it a flavor, add some cinnamon, you can even add different things like just vanilla, nutmeg, cardamom, star anise etc a lot of spices that can make it taste better without really adding calories.

Does sugar or creamer make coffee sweeter? ›

Creamer: If you're looking for a sugar-free way to make your coffee less bitter, add a small amount of coffee creamer made from milk, almond milk, or another alternative milk. Creamer makes coffee milder and smoother, naturally reducing bitter notes for a sweeter taste that's not too sweet.

What is the healthiest type of creamer for coffee? ›

30 healthiest coffee creamers
  • Elm & Rye Coffee Creamer.
  • Vital Proteins Collagen Coffee Creamer.
  • LAIRD Superfood Creamer.
  • Bulletproof French Vanilla Creamer.
  • nutpods French Vanilla Creamer.
  • Califia Farms – French Vanilla Almond Milk Coffee Creamer.
  • Copper Cow Coffee California Sweetened Condensed Milk Creamers.
Aug 9, 2023

What is the healthiest thing to use as creamer? ›

3 Healthier Coffee Creamer Ideas
  • Simple Ingredients: Chobani Sweet Cream. ...
  • Dairy Free, Keto-Friendly: Nutpods. ...
  • Sugar-Free, Carb-Conscious: Organic Valley Grassmilk Half & Half. ...
  • Use Your Favorite Milk. ...
  • Increase the Protein With Collagen Peptides. ...
  • Flavor it with Cinnamon.
Jan 25, 2023

Can you use evaporated milk for creamer? ›

"I forgot to buy creamer at the store, so I improvised and this is the result - yum! If you don't want it to be sweet, just use evaporated milk instead of condensed."

What is a substitute for half and half coffee creamer? ›

Low-Fat Milk + Heavy Cream

If you don't have whole milk in the fridge, you can also use low-fat or skim milk. How to sub: Combine 2/3 cup low-fat or skim milk with 1/3 cup heavy cream to make an equal substitute for half and half in cooking, baking, and for your morning coffee.

Can I put heavy whipping cream in my coffee? ›

The verdict: Yes, you can use heavy whipping cream in coffee. In fact, heavy cream can be an excellent addition to your coffee if you enjoy a richer, creamier taste. Heavy cream is a dairy product that contains at least 36% fat, making it much thicker and creamier than milk or half-and-half.

Can you put sour cream in coffee? ›

The good news is, the next time you find yourself without enough milk for your morning brew, there's a quick solution you can try instead: sour cream. Although it might sound funny, the ingredient adds a rich, creamy texture to your drink. Plus, it's got a unique tang that can add complex notes to your coffee.

Is it cheaper to make your own coffee? ›

For just $1.85, a simple tall (Starbucks lingo for small) drip coffee may feel like it only costs you pocket change, but you can save over $300 per year by making yourself a 12-ounce serving of coffee at home, even using Starbucks' proprietary Pike Place Roast beans.

How to save money on coffee creamer? ›

TikTok user @katierpollard shared her recipe for homemade coffee creamer and all you'll need is three affordable ingredients: one can of sweetened condensed milk, a cup of your preferred milk, and a tablespoon of vanilla extract. Mix it all in a jar and voila: vanilla coffee creamer.

How much creamer is in one pump? ›

One pump equals one creamer single, with 300 servings per bottle. This is a format with no mess, easy to clean and reduced waste. Its unique pump system locks the pump to the bottle, making it impossible to remove and tamper proof.

Why do Americans use creamer instead of milk? ›

It is often used as a substitute for milk or cream because it is more shelf-stable and has a longer shelf life than dairy products. It is also available in a variety of flavors, including vanilla, hazelnut, and caramel, to enhance the flavor of the coffee.

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