Sweet Pumpkin Pie Coffee Creamer

It's still Pumpkin season and will be for quite some time. I've found myself going out to the supermarket and looking at all the pumpkin merchandise that is available. I've always enjoyed using Pumpkin Pie Coffee Creamer around this time but once I found out that I could make my very own homemade pumpkin pie spice (click on link for recipe), I also learned how to make my very own sweet pumpkin pie coffee creamer as well. I know a lot of people say that it's sometime cheaper to buy than to make and while that may be true, you also sometimes have most of the ingredients in your kitchen, so you're not really going out to buy them which saves you some money. You also know what's in your recipe so you're not worried about all the ingredients that you can't pronounce on the labels of the creamer that you're buying. This sweet pumpkin pie coffee creamer that I'm sharing with you is super easy to make and tastes super delicious as well.


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.

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40 comments

  1. Masshole MommyOctober 5, 2015 at 7:36 AM

    What a treat for anyone who loves pumpkin! I should make this and serve it when I host Thanksgiving this year.

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  2. Stacie @ Divine LifestyleOctober 5, 2015 at 7:59 AM

    That sounds like a delicious creamer. I've never thought of making my own creamer like this.

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  3. JeannetteOctober 5, 2015 at 1:17 PM

    I always wanted to make this! My mom is a BIG coffee creamer gal. This would be something she would love to have on hand.

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  4. Sicorra@NotNowMomsBusyOctober 5, 2015 at 4:11 PM

    That 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.

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  5. Tamara CameraOctober 5, 2015 at 5:18 PM

    We do have cheesecloth at home. Cassidy uses it for broths.
    Anyway, 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.

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  6. Stephen ParryOctober 5, 2015 at 5:40 PM

    Love good recipes for fall and this looks delicious!! So trying this out - yum!

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  7. MykidsguideOctober 5, 2015 at 6:46 PM

    I 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.

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  8. Liz MaysOctober 5, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    Oh this would be a welcome addition to our morning coffee routine. I'd be happy to try this out.

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  9. Julie (xfallenmoon)October 5, 2015 at 7:46 PM

    You have the cutest little art. Did you make it? That creamer looks delicious! What a great idea to use pumpkin!

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  10. Mistee DawnOctober 5, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    This sounds amazing! And I know my hubby will absolutely love it! Thanks for the recipe!

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  11. Lisa CodinaOctober 5, 2015 at 8:41 PM

    I drink my coffee black however, this creamer sounds delicious!! I love pumpkin spice anything!!!

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  12. RicciOctober 5, 2015 at 9:58 PM

    I make my own pumpkin spice coffee creamer also! Isn't homemade just the BEST?!

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  13. Joann WoolleyOctober 6, 2015 at 12:02 AM

    Oooohh, 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!

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  14. Shaney VijendranathOctober 6, 2015 at 6:26 AM

    Never tried something like this. To be honest I've only eating pumpkin steamed or cooked the Indian way... I'd love to try it!

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  15. Erin ShebishOctober 6, 2015 at 7:00 AM

    Ah-MAY-ZING! I absolutely need to try this! I've never made my own creamer!

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  16. Chubskulit RoseOctober 6, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    Wow, how about that! What a unique way to use pumpkon.

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  17. Jenni E.October 6, 2015 at 9:46 AM

    Whoaaa, 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!

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  18. mail4roseyOctober 6, 2015 at 10:53 AM

    This would be great for entertaining too. Everyone loves pumpkin stuff this time of year. :)

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  19. Clarissa EsquivelOctober 6, 2015 at 10:57 AM

    Being a coffee and pumpkin lover, I have yet to try pumpkin creamer. This looks delish

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  20. Alyssa CollazoOctober 6, 2015 at 11:21 AM

    I love Pumpkin everything! I definitely need to make this creamer!!

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  21. Ann BOctober 6, 2015 at 11:29 AM

    I 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.

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  22. LynndeeOctober 6, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    How 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!

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  23. CourtneyLynneOctober 6, 2015 at 12:59 PM

    Ooooo Tis the season for pumpkin so this is pretty fitting. I bet it would taste delicious in my morning tea :)

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  24. alexandria waningOctober 6, 2015 at 7:33 PM

    Amazing 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.

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  25. Mrs ABCOctober 6, 2015 at 9:42 PM

    oh 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!

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  26. AnonymousOctober 7, 2015 at 3:47 AM

    I never knew you could actualy make flavored coffee creamer. This one sounds totally delicious!

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  27. Tatanisha Pitts-WortheyOctober 7, 2015 at 5:27 AM

    Oh lala! This sounds perfect for my coffee. Everything is all about pumpkin these days, I have to try this myself.

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  28. Ashleigh WallsOctober 7, 2015 at 7:34 AM

    I never thought of making my own creamer! What a delicious creamer for the season.

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  29. Christy GarrettOctober 7, 2015 at 10:31 AM

    I 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.

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  30. CrystalOctober 7, 2015 at 10:38 AM

    I 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!

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  31. Tracy IglesiasOctober 7, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    This looks like a pumpkin lovers delight! I love carving em, but don't eat or consume them! LOL

    Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly

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  32. Bonnie GowenOctober 7, 2015 at 12:02 PM

    Wow! I'm not much into pumpkin anything but this really looks great enough for me to try. Thanks for sharing this.

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  33. Yona WilliamsOctober 7, 2015 at 3:25 PM

    Pinned 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.

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  34. TianyOctober 7, 2015 at 9:38 PM

    So happy to find this!! This has to be so uch better than the PSL. Will definitely have to give this a try. Thank you!

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  35. Hil'Lesha O'NanOctober 8, 2015 at 12:18 AM

    I seldom drink coffee, and I normally prefer black coffee whenever I do drink it. However, I'll definitely have to try this creamer sometime. :)

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  36. Kelly HutchinsonOctober 8, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    I am all for a homemade creamer, rather than a store bought version. This looks so yummy!

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  37. NPCOctober 8, 2015 at 9:13 AM

    Wow, that looks really good. I bet it tastes amazing.

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  38. Chantal BernardOctober 8, 2015 at 2:45 PM

    Wow what a clever idea! This sounds like it would be absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing!

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  39. Martine JolicoeurOctober 9, 2015 at 9:24 AM

    I 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!

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  40. LisaOctober 11, 2015 at 10:03 PM

    this looks so delicous! Can't wait to try it!

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