Pumpkin Spice Creamer
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Pumpkin Spice Creamer
Description
This Pumpkin Spice Creamer starts by combining spices commonly found in pumpkin spice blends—cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves—to form a homemade seasoning mix. The creamer itself is made by whisking half-and-half with sweetened condensed milk, pumpkin puree, and vanilla extract, then adding a measured amount of the spice blend to impart a gentle aromatic spiciness.
The mixture is smooth and slightly sweet with a rich dairy base, offering a cozy fall flavor profile ideal for enhancing coffee, tea, or steamed milk. Adding the creamer can elevate plain hot beverages with seasonal notes without overpowering them.
It should be stored in an airtight container refrigerated and shaken before each use to maintain consistency. The creamer keeps well for up to a week. Freezing is not recommended as it can affect texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1-¾ cup half-and-half or milk
- 1 (14-ounce) sweetened condensed milk can
- 5 tablespoons pumpkin puree such as Libby's, 100%
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix
For Homemade Pumpkin Spice Mix:
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¼ teaspoon cloves ground
Instructions
- Make the Pumpkin Spice Mix: In a small bowl, whisk together cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves until evenly combined. You'll only need 1 teaspoon for the creamer (or adjust to taste); reserve the rest for other pumpkin spice recipes.
- Prepare the Creamer: In a medium bowl, whisk together half-and-half, sweetened condensed milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and 1 teaspoon of the pumpkin spice mix until smooth and well combined.
- Store: Transfer the creamer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. Shake well before each use.
- Serving Suggestions: Add 1 tablespoon (or more to taste) to hot coffee, iced coffee, tea, or steamed milk for a cozy fall-inspired drink.
Notes
- Prepare the creamer up to 5-7 days ahead and store it chilled in a sealed container.
- Shake well before each use to ensure even flavor and texture.
- Freezing the creamer is not advised as it may change its taste and consistency.