Pumpkin Spice Creamer
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Yes, I realize that technically Fall is in the middle of September. But let’s be real, I’m sure I’m not the only one feeling or wanting the fall season as soon as the kids are back in school. Nothing says fall more than a steaming hot cup of coffee on cool mornings with a splash of pumpkin coffee creamer, topped with cinnamon whipped cream. Serve it up with a slice of apple pumpkin bread and you have a fall dream come true. I used to just buy pumpkin spice creamer from the store, but now I make my own! You use real pumpkins and can adjust the spices to your liking.
Pumpkin creamer is honestly so easy to make and comes together in just 15 minutes (maybe 20 depending on your stove).
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ABOUT THE INGREDIENTS
These ingredients come together to make the perfect pumpkin spice coffee creamer that will have you thinking about pumpkin pie.
Brown sugar uses molasses with white sugar and gives the pumpkin spice creamer a nice rich flavor. Replace with equal parts white sugar, honey, or maple syrup. Note: If you chose maple syrup you also need to cut back on the evaporated milk but ¼ cup
Pumpkin purée is what gives this creamer its real pumpkin flavor and ¼ cup is all you need. Store leftover pumpkin in a food-safe container in the fridge or freeze the puree into perfect-sized portions with these silicon portion trays!
Pumpkin Spice is what makes this creamer go from pumpkin to PUMPKIN PIE!
Evaporated milk is unsweetened condensed milk. It’s thicker than regular milk, but not as fatty as heavy cream. So it helps create the creamer without making it too fatty or too thin. Replace with equal parts coconut milk.
Heavy cream also known as heavy whipping cream or simply cream, adds a rich creaminess to this creamer. Don’t have any on hand? Replace with equal parts half and half or coconut cream.
Sweetened condensed milk is a very thick sweet evaporated milk. It adds sweetness and a luxurious creamy texture to it. Replace with equal parts full-fat coconut milk.
vanilla extract adds a subtle flavor, enhances the other flavors, and adds a slight hint of sweetness.
MAKING YOUR CREAMER
Below is the gist of how to make your pumpkin spice creamer. For the entire recipe in one easy area scroll down to the recipe card.
Mix Ingredients. Whisk together all ingredients in a medium saucepan on the stovetop over medium heat.
Bring to a Simmer. Continue to whisk until creamer is smooth and begins to simmer (about 5 minutes). Once everything is mixed well and heated through, remove from heat and set aside to cool (about 5 minutes or so).
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This pumpkin spice creamer recipe is NOT a walk away and come back. You do need to continuously whisk or the milks and sugars will scorch.
COOKING WITH KIDS
DISCLOSURE: Please keep in mind that the following tips are general and are meant to be suggestive. I personally use these strategies with my own kids, who are all unique even within my own family of five. Therefore, please regard these as suggestions or ideas. If you feel that your child requires more or less assistance, then go with what you and your child are comfortable with. Ultimately, you know your child best.
Because this is done on the stove top, mixing should be done by and adult or mush older child.
Store. Pour into a jar or small carafe. Use immediately or store your pumpkin spice creamer, in your choice of container, in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.
STORAGE DETAILS
Pour into a 32oz food storage Jar, 32oz Glass Milk Bottle, or a 32oz swing-top bottle, or other container of your choice.
- Stored in the fridge for 1-2 weeks
- For Easy portion sizes; freeze in silicone ice cube trays. Once frozen, remove it and put it into a storage bag to be used anytime!
- I highly recommend warming it in your mug first, then adding your coffee. Unless your coffee is extremely hot and you want the cube to cool off your coffee.
USING THE CREAMER
Add your pumpkin spice creamer to coffee, tea, or even a shot of espresso! If you do the espresso, I highly recommend you heat the creamer first (and you may need to add a little milk to lighten the sweetness, depending on your taste.
To add a fun finish, top your coffee with try adding whipped cream!!!
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Pumpkin Spice Creamer
Indulge in homemade pumpkin spice coffee creamer ready in under 15 minutes! With the perfect blend of spices and real pumpkin puree, you’ll never settle for artificial flavors. This Recipe yields approximately 4 cups.
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 cups 1x
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar light or dark (See NOTES 1 for substitutions)
- 1/4 cup pumpkin purée
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice blend
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk (See NOTES 2 for substitutions)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream (See NOTES 3 for substitutions)
- 1 (14 oz) can Sweetened Condensed Milk (See NOTES 4 for substitutions)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients in a small-medium saucepan on the stovetop over medium heat.
- Continue to whisk until creamer is smooth and begins to simmer (about 5-10 minutes). Be careful not to let the cream or sugar scorch as you whisk.
- Remove from heat and let cool for about 5-10 minutes
- Once cooled, use immediately or pour into a 32oz food storage Jar, 32oz Glass Milk Bottle, or a 32oz swing-top bottle, or other container of your choice. Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.
Equipment
All-Clad D3 3-Ply Stainless Steel 3 Quart Sauce Pan
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- Replace with equal parts cane sugar, honey, or maple syrup. Note: If you chose maple syrup you also need to cut back on the evaporated milk by ¼ cup
- Replace with equal parts coconut milk.
- Replace with equal parts half and half or coconut cream.
- Replace with equal parts full-fat coconut milk.
How to use the Creamer:
- Add it to your morning coffee, afternoon pick-me-up, or a shot of espresso! If you do the espresso, I highly recommend you heat the creamer first (and you may need to add a little milk to lighten the sweetness, depending on your taste.
- To add a fun finish, top your coffee with some whipped cream and enjoy!!!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: drinks
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Coffee Shop
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