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    ALL NATURAL HOMEMADE PUMPKIN SPICE CREAMER

    Published: Oct 15, 2023 · by Natalie · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our privacy policy. · 2 Comments

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    My delicious Pumpkin Spice Creamer turns your coffee into a creamy flavorful indulgence. Now you can enjoy pumpkin spice coffee whenever you like and avoid the drive thru.

    Pumpkin spice creamer being poured into a cup of coffee.Why overpay for artificially flavored pumpkin spice coffee when you can make your own whenever you please at a fraction of the cost?

    My version of pumpkin spice creamer is made with puréed pumpkin and not pumpkin flavor. How do you get pumpkin flavor anyways?

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    My daughter Elena, counts the days for fall knowing her favorite flavored coffee will soon be available. Problem is, buying coffee adds up.

    I developed this recipe to save her some dough and to hopefully entice her to come home more frequently from college to visit her mom! After developing this recipe, I’ve become slightly addicted on how tasty this makes my coffee. This stuff is delicious!

    Ingredients for pumpkin spice creamer

    Using heavy cream makes this a decadent creamer for a great cup of coffee. You can also use the following:

    • Light cream or half and half
    • Evaporated milk (12 ounces)
    • Whole milk - just note it will not be as rich
    • Or a combination of half heavy cream and half whole milk

    Pumpkin puree is added for real pumpkin flavor and ¼ cup is all you need. Store leftover pumpkin in fridge or freeze. You'll love this creamer so much, you'll be using it up in no time.

    Pure maple syrup adds sweetness and natural flavor. Just make you use pure and not the fake stuff. Only pure maple syrup will do and you are worth it.

    Spices to make pumpkin spice.

    If you're going to make pumpkin spice creamer, you need to have Pumpkin Spice. Of course, you can use the bottled stuff, just make sure it’s fresh. This may sound obvious, but because I have made this mistake, I don't want you to make the same one. Check the date on your spices. If they've been sitting in your cabinet for a while, they'll have absolutely no flavor and they'll taste like chalk.

    Salt and pepper - really? Yes. A touch salt brings out the sweetness and the pepper brings out the spice. Using finely ground pepper is preferred. You don't want to bite into a peppercorn when sipping coffee! The pepper can be optional, but the salt is needed if you want the correct flavor.

    Vanilla is crazy expensive the last few years and because of this, I now use bourbon.

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    After cooking, I recommend using a fine mesh strainer to remove the course spices. I used to skip this step but found the spices that fell to the bottom of the cup to be unpleasant. I stopped being lazy and started to strain. Don’t worry, the flavor has already been released into the creamer.

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Shake, shake, shake, before using.

    Why buy when you can make a better version at home? You can even pronounce all the ingredients! Now you can enjoy a little taste of fall anytime you wish.

    This is for you, Elena. Te quiero con todo mi corazón.

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    Pumpkin spice creamer being poured into a cup of coffee.

    HOMEMADE PUMPKIN SPICE CREAMER

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    My Homemade Pumpkin Spice Creamer allows you to enjoy pumpkin spice coffee whenever you like. All natural with real ingredients and is simple to make.
    Your pumpkin spice must be fresh. Otherwise, it won't taste like anything.
    This is not a sweet creamer. I add just enough maple syrup for flavor. You can add sugar to your coffee to your liking before adding the pumpkin spice creamer or add brown sugar or more maple syrup to the creamer to your liking.
    This recipe can be halved.
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 cups
    Author: Natalie Gregory

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup pumpkin puree
    • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Spice preferably homemade - See notes.
    • ⅛ teaspoon pepper optional, but adds to the spice
    • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ cup pure maple syrup can substitute brown sugar
    • 2 cups heavy cream or light cream* See NOTES
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla or bourbon
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    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan, over medium-high heat, add the pumpkin, pumpkin spice, salt, and pepper, if using. Cook while stirring until fragrant and slightly darkened.
    • Whisk in the maple syrup or brown sugar, and heavy cream. Whisk until smooth.
    • When it starts to boil, remove from heat and whisk in vanilla or bourbon.
    • Let sit for about 10 minutes before using to settle and cool slightly. Whisk to combine any settling spices. You can strain this if you like. If you do, use a fine mesh strainer and strain creamer into a jar or container. 
    • Store creamer in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before using.

    Notes

    NOTES: You can substitute light cream, whole milk, or evaporated milk for the heavy cream. You can also use 1 cup of heavy cream and 1 cup whole milk.
    This is not a sweet creamer. I add just enough maple syrup for flavor. If you want a sweeter creamer, add brown sugar to your liking or simply add sugar to your coffee to your liking.
    To make 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice:
    • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
    • ¾ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon cloves
    • ¼ teaspoon allspice
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    Nutritional Information

    I don't post the nutritional value because I don't trust the accuracy of the nutritional apps. I’m not a nutritionist and don't want to post misinformation.

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    1. Robin

      October 24, 2024 at 10:03 pm

      5 stars
      5 stars!!

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    2. Robin

      October 24, 2024 at 10:00 pm

      I used 1 can of whole evaporated milk and 1/2 cup of almond milk and sugar-free maple syrup. The creamer is quite thick. I didn't strain it though. Instead, hubby and I Immediately stirred a generous serving into our cups of our evening decaf. Delicious!!!

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