Make your own delicious pumpkin spice creamer using simple ingredients like real pumpkin, cream, whole milk, brown sugar, and pumpkin spice.
With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can elevate your beverage game and impress your friends and family with this seasonal treat.
By making your own creamer, you can control the ingredients and adjust the sweetness to your liking. Plus, this recipe for Pumpkin Spice Creamer doesn't separate.
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Whether you're a die-hard pumpkin spice fan or just looking to spice up your mornings, this homemade creamer is sure to become a fall favorite.
So, say goodbye to store-bought versions that don't contain any pumpkin and hello to a homemade creamy treat with wholesome ingredients.
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Why You’ll Love This Pumpkin Spice Creamer Recipe
- It Contains Real Pumpkin: Store-bought "Pumpkin Spice Creamers" often do not contain any pumpkin at all.
- It is Thick and Rich. This creamer is thick like a batter, but still pourable.
- It Does Not Separate: The proportions of the ingredients make a thick creamer that does not separate after it is cooked.
- It Is Delicious in Hot or Cold Coffee: Heating the creamer gently in the microwave and then adding it to hot coffee will give you a warm, cozy cup of pumpkin-spiced coffee. For cold or iced coffee, simply add the cold creamer to your taste.
Other Ways to Use Pumpkin Spice Creamer
Pumpkin Spice Creamer is Not just for Coffee!
- Oatmeal: Add a splash to your morning cooked oatmeal or use it to make overnight oats.
- French Toast: Substitute all or part of the dairy when making French toast.
- Pancakes & Waffles: Use it to make pancake & waffle batter.
- Hot Cocoa: Substitute some of the liquid with the creamer.
- Baked Goods: Substitute it for milk or cream when making scones, blondies, or cakes.
Ingredient Notes
Here's what you need:
- Heavy Cream - Heavy cream makes this creamer indulgent and worth the work of making it. Make sure you use heavy cream and not table cream or light cream.
- Whole Milk - Whole milk has at least 4% cream and has a richer flavor. Do not substitute 2% or skim milk.
- Light Brown Sugar - Light brown sugar brings sweetness to the creamer with caramel overtones that are delicious. You can use more or less to customize the creamer to your taste.
- Vanilla Extract - Vanilla is the perfect backdrop flavor that supports and enhances the sweet baking spices in pumpkin spice.
- Libby's Canned Pumpkin - Use only 100% real packed pumpkin. Pumpkin has pectin that acts as a thickening agent and emulsifier, which is why this creamer doesn't separate after it has been cooked. Do not substitute pumpkin pie mix or pumpkin purees that contain other ingredients.
- Pumpkin Spice - I like to make my homemade pumpkin spice blend. But you can use your favorite.
Please see the recipe card for the exact quantities.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Simmer. In a 1-quart saucepan whisk together all ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes.
Cool. Remove from heat and let cool for at least 5 minutes before using. It is normal for a skin to form on the top as the creamer cools. Whisk briskly to remix it back into the creamer.
Storage. Store leftover creamer in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. This cooked creamer does not separate, but if you change the proportions of the ingredients, it may. If the creamer does separate, shake it well before using.
My Top Tips
♡ Letting the ingredients simmer for just a few minutes makes a smooth creamer and helps develop the flavors.
Substitutions & Variations
- Substitute Dark Brown Sugar. If you don't have light brown sugar you can use dark brown sugar.
- Substitute Maple Syrup. You can use maple syrup to sweeten this creamer. Use ¼ cup and omit the brown sugar.
- Adjust the Sweetness. I like my creamer with just a touch of sweetness. But, if you like a sweeter creamer, add more light brown sugar.
- Make it Thinner. This thick, rich tasting creamer can be spooned or poured. If you prefer a thinner creamer, you can add ½ cup of half and half or an additional ½ cup of milk.
Equipment
To make this Pumpkin Spice Creamer you will need the following tools:
- 1-Quart Saucepan
- Whisk
- Quart Jar with Lid for Storage
Make-Ahead & Storage
You can store leftover creamer in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. If the creamer separates, shake it well before using it.
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Pumpkin Spice Creamer
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Equipment
- 1-Quart Saucepan
- Whisk
- Quart Jar with Lid for Storage
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 1 Cup Whole Milk
- ⅓ Cup Libby's Canned Pumpkin
- ¼ Cup Light Brown Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 Teaspoons Pumpkin Spice
Instructions
- Simmer. In a 1-quart saucepan whisk together all ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes whisking occasionally.1 Cup Heavy Cream, 1 Cup Whole Milk, ¼ Cup Light Brown Sugar, 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract, ⅓ Cup Libby's Canned Pumpkin, 2 Teaspoons Pumpkin Spice
- Cool. Remove from heat and let cool at least 5 minutes before using. It is normal for a skin to form on the top as the creamer cools. Whisk briskly to remix it back into the creamer.
- Storage. Store leftover creamer in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Generally, this cooked creamer does not separate, but if you change the proportions of the ingredients, it may. If the creamer does separate, shake it well before using.
Notes
Nutrition
Per 1 serving. All nutritional information on this site is an estimate. Your results may vary.
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Rebecca says
Yummy!!!! So festive
Jan Nunes says
Hi Rebecca,
I hope you enjoy it! It makes great lattes.
Have a wonderful day! ~Jan 😊