There is a cheaper way to make creamer. The way I do it is:
1 cup powdered milk mixed with 1 cup warm milk to dissolve completely 1/2 cup of sugar (white or brown or a mix of two) a pinch of sea salt 3 more cups of milk 4-5 teaspoons of caramel syrup o other flavor If it tastes to sweet, you can add more milk
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Jill
Be sure to check the prices on ingredients either way you make it. For me I can get sweetened condensed milk for much less the powdered milk then add in the sugar, and sea salt it would cost me more and often the more ingredients you have the more work it is to. Double check your area on prices to see which is best for you.
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Rudi Pittman
I just use plain powdered whole milk as creamer…not the fat free skim kind….it dissolves completely and doesn’t have all the strange stuff in the regular creamers.
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grizzly bear mom
It would take me a lifetime to use up a container of powdered milk. Where do you purchase the syrups? Can I make my own with cooking extracts like caramel or run? Thanks for the tip Jill.
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Jill
You could try extracts. I don’t know why they wouldn’t work too. To by the syrups many grocery stores carry them now and I think I saw some at wal mart too. Not sure what section they would be in – maybe with the things like nestles Quik, Hersheys syrup. You might have to ask. We have a store here that carries spices and teas in bulk and that is usually where I get mine at. But try the extracts first. The syrups come in about 30 flavors or more that is why I suggested you use those.
You can make your own syrup using extracts – I do it all the time. Bring 1 part sugar to 1 part water to a boil and simmer 1 minute (you’re making a light simple syrup). Then remove from heat and add your extract. Cool and transfer to a jar. Store in fridge.
I make pancake syrup like this all the time (for pancakes, I usually use 2 parts white sugar, 1 part brown sugar & 1 part water, then add either caramel or maple extract). Or I make caramel syrup for making Kinda Like Apple Pie copycat tea! (cinnamon apple tea steeped, then add steamed milk and caramel syrup)
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Jill
Thanks CJ for the tip. For those of you who want more on homemade syrup recipe here is the link on our website with the recipe. Homemade Syrup
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Cheeky Saver
You can bring the cost down even further by making your own sweetened condensed milk. (You can also make vegan sweetened condensed milk (recipes on youtube using coconut milk looks reallyyyy good!) then add a plant based milk too) ;)
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Jill
Yes you can make your own sweetened condensed milk Cheeky Saver. Here is the recipe from our cook book Dining on a Dime We have a ton of homemade recipes for different things like this in it. Things like self raising flour, powdered sugar, vanilla, baking powder, seasonings salts, Ketchup. Even unusual things like Homemade horseradish, dijon mustard.
Sweetened Condensed Milk
2 cups instant nonfat dry milk 2 cups sugar 1 cup boiling water 1/2 cup margarine, melted
Mix all with hand blender until smooth. Refrigerate in covered container (mixture will thicken as it stands). Two cups minus 1 Tablespoon equals the 15 oz can that most recipes require.
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Amanda Ashley
Coffee is life. Actually, coffee with homemade creamer is life. lol. I am one of those, “I love coffee but only if it’s half flavored creamer” kind of people. I will definitely be trying this. Thanks for sharing!
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New England Flybaby
Thank you SO much for the recipe for sweetened, condensed milk; much more reasonable to use instant, nonfat dry milk, also.
I think 15 oz. would be Two cups (16 oz.) minus 2 Tablespoons, though. Thanks for your great books and website! :-D
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Jill
Yes will check it out and change it. Thanks for the heads up.
Cost-Effective: Homemade coffee creamer can save you a pretty penny in the long run. Plus, many homemade creamer recipes use ingredients you likely already have on hand, making it budget-friendly.
Although the ingredients can vary by brand, most coffee creamers are made from a combination of water, sugar, and vegetable oil. Coffee creamer is usually heavily processed and loaded with added sugar.
Mix one part hot water with one part powdered non-dairy creaner, stir thoroughly.Add your choice of flavor extract (be creative).Add one part cold water.Store in refrigerator.
Ingredients. Coffee-mate Original is mostly made up of three ingredients: corn syrup solids, hydrogenated vegetable oil, and sodium caseinate. Sodium caseinate, a form of casein, is a milk derivative; however, this is a required ingredient in non-dairy creamers, which are considered non-dairy due to the lack of lactose ...
COMBINE water and instant coffee in a glass.Stir in creamer.TOSS in the cubes and let chill.TOP with whipped cream or cold foam for extra flair and sip away.
Califia Farms – French Vanilla Almond Milk Coffee Creamer
Made with almond milk, this creamer is low in calories and saturated fat, making it one of the healthiest options on the market. Plus, it is free from dairy, soy, and GMOs, making it a great choice for those with dietary restrictions or concerns.
While it may be easy to grab a container from the store, homemade coffee creamer is a fresher alternative that tastes better and won't have you worrying about the nutrition label. Even better: It's surprisingly simple to make using only 3 ingredients!
Combine half and half, sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract to a quart-sized (32 oz) mason jar. Cover and shake – screw the lid on tightly and shake the creamer until well combined (you can also whisk it up). Store – keep the creamer covered and refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
Another, asking when the item would be restocked said that they are "beyond desperate" for the milk alternative. Responding to this, the official Nestlé UK & Ireland Twitter account wrote: "We're very sorry to say we have made the decision to discontinue Coffee Mate Light.
For a quick thickening, you'll simply add two tablespoons of cornstarch for every cup of liquid that you have in your creamer. You may feel tempted to use flour in place of cornstarch, but that can lead to your creamer having an odd flour taste.
Real butter is best, but vegetable oil-based spreads can help out in a pinch as well—the thicker, the better. And if you have grass-fed butter available, hell, you're halfway to making bulletproof coffee. I've tried this one during a home creamer shortage, and it definitely works.
Adding coconut oil or grass fed butter to your coffee can be a great way to add some healthy fat to your morning routine. Not only does it give your beverage a rich creamy flavor, it also helps satiate your hunger over a period of time, helping you squash cravings.
Heat the creamer in the microwave for about 20 seconds if you want hot coffee creamer froth. Skip this step for cold foam. Transfer the creamer into a jug or glass.
For a quick thickening, you'll simply add two tablespoons of cornstarch for every cup of liquid that you have in your creamer. You may feel tempted to use flour in place of cornstarch, but that can lead to your creamer having an odd flour taste.
There is no safety issue with adding cold milk foam to hot coffee. Coffee aficionados recommend against adding cold milk to hot coffee, because they suggest it compromises the flavor of freshly brewed coffee. Their recommendation is that any milk, foam or not, should be warmed, but it is not a food safety issue.
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