This homemade, brown sugar creamer is the perfect sweet addition to any coffee or tea for a delicious treat, anytime!
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What is Brown Sugar Creamer?
Have you ever had the iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Latte from Starbucks? It is arguably one of my favorite indulgences if I’m going to order out for a coffee. So, naturally, I have been on a mission to recreate the deliciousness that comes in that cup from the comfort of my own home. Not only can I enjoy my perfectly crafted, customized to my liking coffee any time I want, but it is also so much more cost-efficient to make at home. This brown sugar creamer is as simple as the name implies – made with brown sugar, half and half, a hint of vanilla, and a touch of salt to bring it all together, you won’t miss the store-bought version!
What does brown sugar creamer taste like?
Brown sugar creamer has a deep, caramelized, sweet flavor from the brown sugar and a creamy texture from the half and half. There’s a faint hint of vanilla that accentuates the richer notes of the brown sugar sweetness and a touch of salt that balances everything out.
Is it too sweet?
While everyone’s meter for sweetness will be different, we found that this brown sugar creamer is incredibly balanced with just the right amount of brown sugar to add a little sweetness to your coffee or beverage of choice without being saccharine.
Brown Sugar Creamer Ingredients
You only need a few ingredients for this recipe, and I bet that most of them are already in your fridge or pantry! Here’s what you’ll use:
- 2 cups of half and half
- ½ cup of brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon of fine sea salt
How to Make Brown Sugar Coffee Creamer
The process of making this creamer is so easy! Here’s how to make it:
- Combine ingredients – to a medium saucepan on the stove, add all of the ingredients, and whisk to combine.
- Bring to simmer – bring the mixture to a simmer, then turn off the heat.
- Let cool – let the creamer cool, then store it in the fridge in a covered container, like these mason jars, or pour over coffee as you would like!
Tips for the Best Brown Sugar Creamer
Adjust the sweetness – use more or less brown sugar depending on your desired level of sweetness.
Adjust the amounts – this recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to make a larger batch.
Give it a shake – the sugar should be well incorporated into the mix from simmering the ingredients on the stove, but since it is homemade and does not contain any stabilizers, give it a good shake before pouring.
Brown Sugar Creamer Recipe Variations
- Use heavy cream or milk – if you want an extra creamy version of this recipe, use heavy cream in place of the half and half. If you prefer a less creamy version, substitute whole milk.
- Make it dairy free – use full-fat canned coconut milk to make this recipe dairy free.
- Substitute the brown sugar – use coconut sugar in place of the brown sugar for a nuttier, less sweet flavor.
Serving Brown Sugar Coffee Creamer
This creamer is absolutely delicious poured over an iced or hot coffee, but is also really tasty mixed in with black tea for a brown sugar milk tea version.
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Brown Sugar Coffee Creamer
Ingredients
- 2 cups half and half
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt fine
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan on the stove and whisk together.
- Bring the mixer to a simmer, whisking occassionally.
- Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool. Store in a mason jar in the fridge and pour over coffee as desired.
Recipe Notes
- Adjust the sweetness – use more or less brown sugar depending on your desired level of sweetness.
- Adjust the amounts – this recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to make a larger batch.
- Give it a shake – the sugar should be well incorporated into the mix from simmering the ingredients on the stove, but since it is homemade and does not contain any stabilizers, give it a good shake before pouring to combine any separation.
- Use heavy cream or milk – if you want an extra creamy version of this recipe, use heavy cream in place of the half and half. If you prefer a less creamy version, substitute whole milk.
- Make it dairy free – use full fat coconut milk to make this recipe dairy free.
- Substitute the brown sugar – use coconut sugar in place of the brown sugar for a nuttier, less sweet flavor.
Nutrition
Lovely recipe – here in the UK we can’t buy creamer and I miss it a lot. This is such a quick recipe and highly improves my morning iced coffee!
We are so so happy we could help, Victoria!!
Why is the serving size?
Hi Tanya! You really can’t go wrong!… all personal preference! We recommend 1 to 2 tablespoons!
I followed the recipe exactly and the mixture curdled. Do not let it simmer at all. Just let the sugar melt. I knew I shouldn’t have listened to that part. Oh well!
I read if your heat is too high your milk will curdle. So you have to have it on low heat. Even when microwaving milk you have to use half power or it will clump.
Is it supposed to be so thick?
It sounds delicious! Do you know how long it lasts in the fridge?
Great question, Andrea! Should be good for up to a week in the fridge!
This tastes absolutely lovely. Smooth,sweet but not overpowering.
Awe yay! We are so happy you enjoyed it, Leah!
Are the calories per serving or for the whole recipe?
Great question, Elizabeth! The nutrition info represents one serving!
So delicious! How long should this be able to keep in the fridge?
Oh yay! We are so happy you love it, Zoe! It should last a good week in the fridge!
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This sounds delicious. Two questions though, could I use almond milk and could I use Splenda brown sugar?
Great question, Joann! Absolutely!
I cut this recipe in half using almond milk and splenda brown sugar. I used about 1 tsp. in a cup of chai tea. It was good and not too sweet. You could use more if you like sweeter tea.
Great tips Jo Ann! Thank you so much for taking a moment to share!
I think this would be great in chai tea!! I’m going make this over the weekend & try it in my coffee & my Chai tea!
That sounds amazing, Jennifer!
Ran out of coffee creamer this morning so decided to make this using evaporated milk. Amazing and tasty. I’m from NM and this reminds me of Natillas. A traditional egg custard, love it! Thanks for sharing
Awe that is so sweet, Dulcie! We are so happy you enjoyed it!
Yummy! Thank you for posting. Such a simple way to ensure knowing exactly what is going into your creamer. And being able to adjust th sweetness!
This creamer is delicious! I love the original recipe for myself. I was thinking about making a dairy free version for my mom, but she doesn’t usually like coconut milk. Would I be able to use oat milk instead?
Excited to try this! Do you by chance know approximately how long it will keep good in the fridge for?