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Gingerbread Coffee Creamer

This homemade gingerbread coffee creamer brings festive zing to every cup with warm spices and creamy texture.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Storage container or jar

Method
 

  1. Combine 1 cup whole milk and 1 cup heavy cream in a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat.
  2. Add 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
  3. Whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Let the mixture simmer gently on medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  6. Allow the creamer to cool in the saucepan for about 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
  7. Pour the cooled creamer into an airtight storage container or jar.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before use and shake well; store for up to one week.

Notes

Shake well before each use; store refrigerated for up to one week in an airtight container.