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Pumpkin Coffee Creamer

Pumpkin Coffee Creamer

This pumpkin coffee creamer recipe proves that a small saucepan and a few simple ingredients can replace an expensive seasonal coffee run. This homemade pumpkin spice creamer uses real pumpkin, maple syrup, and warm spices to create a smooth fall coffee recipe with adjustable sweetness. Whether you pour it into a travel mug before work or serve it during a quiet weekend morning, this homemade pumpkin creamer for fall coffee earns a permanent place in the refrigerator.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 and 1/2 cups (360ml) heavy cream half-and-half, or whole milk*
  • 2 heaping Tablespoons (about 35g) pumpkin puree
  • 2 Tablespoons (30ml) pure maple syrup (or more if you prefer sweeter creamer)
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons store-bought or homemade pumpkin pie spice*
  • 2 cinnamon sticks

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Fine-mesh sieve 

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together heavy cream, pumpkin, maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice. Add cinnamon sticks and increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil, whisking occasionally, for 1 minute, then remove from heat and let creamer cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Pour through a fine-mesh sieve if the creamer looks separated.
  2. You can use the creamer in your coffee right away, and keep in mind that it’s not super sweet as is, so you can add sugar to your coffee if you take it that way. You can also top your coffee with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, too.
  3. Store leftover creamer, without cinnamon sticks, in a tightly sealing jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before using.

Recipe Notes

Dairy-Free Creamer:
Use coconut, cashew, oat, or almond milk. The creamer will be slightly thinner.
Pumpkin Pie Spice:
Use 1 1/2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice, or adjust to taste. You can use store-bought or homemade pumpkin pie spice. For individual spices, use 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon each of ginger and allspice, plus 1/8 teaspoon each of nutmeg and cloves.