Homemade Vanilla Coffee Creamer – Healthy Recipe
This homemade vanilla coffee creamer is a simple, healthy alternative to store-bought creamers. Made with just half and half, maple syrup, and real vanilla, it delivers a rich and naturally sweet flavor perfect for your hot or iced coffee.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 1/4 cups 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups half and half
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract or 1 Madagascar vanilla bean (seeds scraped)
Instructions
- Heat the base: Add 2 cups of half and half and 1/4 cup of maple syrup to a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat until small bubbles begin to form, careful not to boil.
- Add vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract or scrape the seeds from one Madagascar vanilla bean into the mixture. Whisk well to combine thoroughly.
Notes
- Use the creamer by adding it to hot, cold, or iced coffee for a creamy vanilla flavor.
- Store the vanilla creamer in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- You can substitute half and half with a mixture of milk and cream if preferred.
Keywords: vanilla coffee creamer, homemade coffee creamer, healthy coffee creamer, maple syrup creamer, vanilla extract creamer
