Here is what you'll need:
Ingredients:
1 cup half & half
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Sweetener of your choice
Instructions:
Add the half & half, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and cinnamon to a small pan and whisk to combine.
Gently warm the half & half mixture over medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, whisking frequently.
Turn the heat down to low and let it steep for about 10 minutes, whisking frequently.
If you want to add sweetener, you can use honey, sugar or any artificial sweetener of your choice. I used two packets of an organic Stevia blend, which made the creamer very sweet, but it was the perfect amount of sweetness once we added it to our coffee!
Remove the creamer from the heat, and line a wire mesh strainer with two layers of cheesecloth.
Place the strainer over a bowl or large measuring cup, and slowly pour the creamer or through it. Use a spoon to gently scrape the pumpkin from the bottom to help work the creamer through. Allow the creamer to sit in the cheesecloth until it has all drained through, which may take 5-10 minutes.
Store in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy!
Notes:
Steeping is my favorite method when making homemade creamer. The little bit of heat really helps infuse the flavor, and straining it yields a smooth, velvety consistency.
If you want more pumpkin flavor or spice, just add more to the pan while it is steeping.
I've even used this to soak French toast instead of milk, and it is delicious!
This makes approximately one cup of creamer but can be easily doubled or tripled.
What a treat for anyone who loves pumpkin! I should make this and serve it when I host Thanksgiving this year.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a delicious creamer. I've never thought of making my own creamer like this.
ReplyDeleteI always wanted to make this! My mom is a BIG coffee creamer gal. This would be something she would love to have on hand.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like a delicious recipe. You see so many things this time of year with pumpkin spice flavor added to it but you know it is probably a fake substitute made to taste like pumpkin. I love that your recipe has all fresh, real ingredients in it.
ReplyDeleteWe do have cheesecloth at home. Cassidy uses it for broths.
ReplyDeleteAnyway, I made something like this once and it's SO good. I can't stand the chemicals in other creamers. And having real pumpkin is delicious.
Love good recipes for fall and this looks delicious!! So trying this out - yum!
ReplyDeleteI love coffee, but I've never thought of making my own creamer. This is a great idea as I like the flavor of pumpkin spice, too. I will try this.
ReplyDeleteOh this would be a welcome addition to our morning coffee routine. I'd be happy to try this out.
ReplyDeleteYou have the cutest little art. Did you make it? That creamer looks delicious! What a great idea to use pumpkin!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds amazing! And I know my hubby will absolutely love it! Thanks for the recipe!
ReplyDeleteI drink my coffee black however, this creamer sounds delicious!! I love pumpkin spice anything!!!
ReplyDeleteI make my own pumpkin spice coffee creamer also! Isn't homemade just the BEST?!
ReplyDeleteOooohh, if I were still drinking coffee I'd say I have to make this.... but I am for sure gonna pin it and share because I love all the things pumpkin spice!
ReplyDeleteNever tried something like this. To be honest I've only eating pumpkin steamed or cooked the Indian way... I'd love to try it!
ReplyDeleteAh-MAY-ZING! I absolutely need to try this! I've never made my own creamer!
ReplyDeleteWow, how about that! What a unique way to use pumpkon.
ReplyDeleteWhoaaa, yummy! I love pumpkin spice anything. I especially love pumpkin flavored creamers but have never made my own. I bet it's SO much better than store bought!
ReplyDeleteThis would be great for entertaining too. Everyone loves pumpkin stuff this time of year. :)
ReplyDeleteBeing a coffee and pumpkin lover, I have yet to try pumpkin creamer. This looks delish
ReplyDeleteI love Pumpkin everything! I definitely need to make this creamer!!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited to try this. It looks easy enough to make. I love pumpkin flavor in my coffee. It would be great in a Chai tea as well.
ReplyDeleteHow interesting! I've never tried that kind of coffee creamer before. Now, I can't wait to make it and pour it on my coffee. Yum!
ReplyDeleteOoooo Tis the season for pumpkin so this is pretty fitting. I bet it would taste delicious in my morning tea :)
ReplyDeleteAmazing that you made that. I love all things pumpkin. I wish I could whip up a PSL on my own. That'd save me some money for sure. Lol.
ReplyDeleteoh sweet!!! this is my first time seeing a recipe like this!! i just roasted and pureed my own pumpkin so i'm trying out a bunch of new recipes--adding this one to the arsenal!
ReplyDeleteI never knew you could actualy make flavored coffee creamer. This one sounds totally delicious!
ReplyDeleteOh lala! This sounds perfect for my coffee. Everything is all about pumpkin these days, I have to try this myself.
ReplyDeleteI never thought of making my own creamer! What a delicious creamer for the season.
ReplyDeleteI am like Ashleigh, I never thought about trying to make my own creamer. I don't drink a ton of coffee though. I love the peppermint chocolate at Christmas time.
ReplyDeleteI really, really want to try my hand at homemade coffee creamer. This looks so easy to make and I keep asking myself why I have not given it a try yet!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a pumpkin lovers delight! I love carving em, but don't eat or consume them! LOL
ReplyDeleteTracy @ Ascending Butterfly
Wow! I'm not much into pumpkin anything but this really looks great enough for me to try. Thanks for sharing this.
ReplyDeletePinned this recipe to my Wheat Belly Board because I think it will be helpful to those looking for a creamer alternative. My brother and I tried to make latte syrup using pumpkin puree, and it came out good.
ReplyDeleteSo happy to find this!! This has to be so uch better than the PSL. Will definitely have to give this a try. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI seldom drink coffee, and I normally prefer black coffee whenever I do drink it. However, I'll definitely have to try this creamer sometime. :)
ReplyDeleteI am all for a homemade creamer, rather than a store bought version. This looks so yummy!
ReplyDeleteWow, that looks really good. I bet it tastes amazing.
ReplyDeleteWow what a clever idea! This sounds like it would be absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI am sooooo doing this tonight! I tried to make some not too long ago and it ended up not as good as I wanted... This is MUCH simpler and I have a feeling it will also taste amazing. Thanks! Sharing!
ReplyDeletethis looks so delicous! Can't wait to try it!
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