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Cinnamon Vanilla Creamer - Cozy, Homemade Flavor for Your Coffee

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Milk: Whole milk or 2% (or unsweetened almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
  • Heavy cream: Or half-and-half for a lighter option
  • Pure maple syrup or granulated sugar (or honey)
  • Vanilla extract (or a vanilla bean for an extra-luxe version)
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt (boosts flavor)
  • Optional: Ground nutmeg, cinnamon stick, or a tiny splash of almond extract

Method
 

  1. Combine the base: In a small saucepan, add 1 cup milk and 1 cup heavy cream. Stir in 3–4 tablespoons maple syrup (or sugar), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a small pinch of salt.
  2. Warm gently: Set over medium-low heat. Whisk often to keep the cinnamon from clumping and to dissolve the sweetener.
  3. Steep for flavor: Once it’s steaming (not boiling), reduce heat to low and let it sit for 3–5 minutes, whisking occasionally. If using a cinnamon stick or vanilla bean, add it now and steep a bit longer.
  4. Taste and adjust: Sip a spoonful. Add more cinnamon for warmth, more vanilla for roundness, or a little extra sweetener if you prefer it sweeter.
  5. Strain (optional): For an ultra-smooth texture, pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to catch any spice flecks or vanilla pod.
  6. Cool and store: Let it cool slightly, then transfer to a clean glass jar or bottle. Seal and refrigerate.
  7. Use: Shake before each use. Start with 1–2 tablespoons per cup of coffee and adjust to taste.