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September 7, 2012

Pumpkin Spice Creamer

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Pumpkin Spice Creamer

Here’s the thing.

I’ve mentioned it before, but no matter what day–holiday, weekend, weekday–I wake up early.  Despite this fact, I am not a morning person.  Seriously, totally, and completely not a morning person.

The Tall Boy can attest to this, and will tell you that it’s the safest bet to give me space until I’ve had a cup of coffee.

Or two.

I got through college and graduate school on hundreds of pots of coffee, and with our new school and work schedule, a cup of strong java is pretty much a necessity.  Typically, I like my coffee strong and black, and if I could direct an IV drip to get it into my bloodstream quicker, I might do it.

Every now and then, though, I like to jazz up my coffee with a flavored creamer, typically during the fall and winter seasons.  And as much as I love the flavors of the store-bought creamers, I’m not particularly fond of the ingredients: you know, stuff like preservatives, refined sugars, high fructose corn syrup, and hydrogenated oils.  Bleck.

This quick and easy (I’m talking less than five minutes start to finish!) recipe tastes amazing, and will save you a ton of money if you’re addicted to Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes this time of year.  And, if you’re not a coffee drinker, this would taste amazing in place of water/milk for hot chocolate, or poured over your oatmeal.

I actually used 1 percent milk and fat-free half and half in my recipe, and the creamer was still plenty thick and rich.  If you’re not concerned about calories or are looking for something for a special occasion, by all means–use whole milk and heavy cream!

Pumpkin Spice Creamer
 
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Ingredients
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 4 to 5 heaping tablespoons canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 4 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or maple extract, optional
Method
  1. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, half-and-half, pumpking, syrup, and spices over medium heat. When the liquid begins to get steamy, remove from heat and stir in extract, if using.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a jar or other container using a strainer, and allow to cool in the refrigerator.
Notes
adapted from Next To Heaven
3.5.3251

We’re headed out of town for the weekend for another football game. What are your plans? I’d love to hear ’em! Whatever you do, have a great weekend!

 

20 Comments

  1. Joan
    Joan on September 7, 2012 at 8:07 am

    This recipe is a good reason to become a morning person again! 🙂

    Reply
  2. Nancy
    Nancy on September 7, 2012 at 9:06 am

    I can’t wait to try this. I know I will love it!

    Reply
  3. amy @ fearless homemaker
    amy @ fearless homemaker on September 7, 2012 at 9:12 am

    What a clever idea. YUM!

    Reply
  4. Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel
    Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel on September 7, 2012 at 10:45 am

    Oh my goodness. First, I’m obsessed with the pumpkin spice lattes at Starbucks. Cannot. Get. Enough! of that pumpkin syrup. Second, coffee creamers at my store are expensive, so I never buy them but always miss out since I love the pumpkin ones, the chai, and of course, peppermint during the holidays. Third, I cannot believe you made your own creamer–and not only that, but gave me the idea of putting it in my oatmeal (!!!) Seriously genius!
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  5. Jessica@AKitchenAddiction
    Jessica@AKitchenAddiction on September 7, 2012 at 10:51 am

    Love this! I’m so ready for pumpkin flavors both in my coffee and my oatmeal! 🙂
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    Reply
  6. Kathy
    Kathy on September 7, 2012 at 5:44 pm

    Wow! This sounded so good I got up made made it immediately! Thanks for a delicious recipe using real ingredients and no processed junk!

    Reply
  7. Ashton @ Something Swanky
    Ashton @ Something Swanky on September 7, 2012 at 6:50 pm

    Ashley, these pictures are GORGEOUS!

    Reply
  8. sally @ sallys baking addiction
    sally @ sallys baking addiction on September 7, 2012 at 6:56 pm

    you are a genius. that is all.

    omg.
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  9. Aimee @ ShugarySweets
    Aimee @ ShugarySweets on September 7, 2012 at 7:40 pm

    Oh. My.Gosh. AMAZING!
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    Reply
  10. Artsy Forager
    Artsy Forager on September 7, 2012 at 9:22 pm

    You may have just changed my life! 😉 Any idea how long it will last in the fridge?
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  11. Back For Seconds
    Back For Seconds on September 7, 2012 at 10:31 pm

    Brilliant much? Sheesh! Stunning photos too!
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  12. Shirley
    Shirley on September 7, 2012 at 11:38 pm

    Amazing. Looks like something I could be TOTALLY hooked on.

    Reply
  13. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life
    Jocelyn @BruCrew Life on September 8, 2012 at 12:00 am

    You are awesome:-) I love being able to make my own creamers at home…that means I have more money to spend on more important things like chocolate chips and m&m’s…I mean bills and groceries:-)
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  14. Shiloh Barkley
    Shiloh Barkley on September 8, 2012 at 9:36 pm

    Whoa. Will make this!!

    http://www.shilohstaste.com

    Reply
  15. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust
    Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust on September 9, 2012 at 8:36 am

    This sounds beyond amazing. I love pumpkin spice coffee. And I’m with you on the IV drip. We must look into inventing that.
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  16. Megan {Country Cleaver}
    Megan {Country Cleaver} on September 10, 2012 at 10:15 pm

    This is totally 110% brilliant!! I’m always on hunt for Pumpkin Spice creamer this time of year 🙂
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  17. Judy Sandness
    Judy Sandness on September 17, 2012 at 7:45 pm

    I am diabetic, but will make it with the sugarless maple syrup. Love the pumpkin sugarless coffee when I can get it. Thanks for this recipe will use it.

    Reply
    • Ashley
      Ashley on September 17, 2012 at 7:55 pm

      Hi Judy! I actually used sugar-free syrup when I made this (I’m not diabetic, but I am trying to watch my calories), and it tasted great. I hope you enjoy the recipe. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  18. Joan
    Joan on September 22, 2012 at 10:35 am

    I made the creamer this morning and I was so excited to try it I missed the step about cooking it. So much better after cooking it. LOL

    Reply
  19. Keri
    Keri on October 10, 2012 at 12:30 pm

    Yummy!! I LOVE pumpkin and find myself also buying a can every week at the grocery store whether I need it or not! LOL I will have to give this creamer a try for sure! 🙂

    Reply

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