Gingerbread Creamer Recipe
Introduction
This homemade gingerbread creamer is a cozy and flavorful addition to your coffee or tea. With warm spices and rich molasses, it captures the essence of holiday gingerbread in a creamy, sweet form. It’s easy to make and perfect for sharing or keeping on hand during chilly mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ¾ cups (416 g) half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 ½ teaspoons gingerbread spice mix*
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, half-and-half, molasses, gingerbread spice mix, and vanilla extract.
- Step 2: Whisk the ingredients together until the mixture is fully blended and smooth.
- Step 3: Transfer the creamer into a glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid.
- Step 4: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before using to allow the flavors to develop fully.
- Step 5: Shake well before each use to keep the ingredients well combined.
Tips & Variations
- Use your favorite store-bought or homemade gingerbread spice mix for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sweetened condensed milk or adding a splash of maple syrup for a different twist.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute half-and-half with coconut milk and use a suitable dairy-free condensed milk alternative.
Storage
Store the gingerbread creamer in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before each use as ingredients may settle. This creamer can be added to hot or iced coffee and is best enjoyed within two weeks for fresh flavor.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
What is gingerbread spice mix?
Gingerbread spice mix is a blend of warm spices typically including cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. It mimics the traditional flavors used in gingerbread cookies and adds depth to the creamer.
Can I make this creamer without molasses?
Molasses adds a rich, slightly bittersweet flavor essential to gingerbread taste. If you don’t have molasses, you can substitute with dark brown sugar or maple syrup, but the flavor will be slightly different.
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Gingerbread Creamer Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
Description
This homemade Gingerbread Creamer is a rich and flavorful addition to your coffee or tea, combining sweetened condensed milk, half-and-half, molasses, and warm gingerbread spices. Perfect for adding a festive and cozy touch to your morning cup, it’s easy to prepare and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ¾ cups (416 g) half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 ½ teaspoons gingerbread spice mix (a blend of ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the sweetened condensed milk, half-and-half, molasses, gingerbread spice mix, and vanilla extract together.
- Whisk to blend: Using a whisk, thoroughly mix all ingredients until the mixture is smooth and fully blended with no lumps.
- Transfer to container: Pour the creamer into a glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid to ensure freshness.
- Chill and develop flavors: Refrigerate the creamer for at least 1 hour before using. This chilling time allows the gingerbread spices and molasses to meld perfectly, enhancing the flavor.
- Shake before use: Always shake the creamer well before pouring as natural separation may occur during refrigeration.
Notes
- Gingerbread spice mix can be homemade or store-bought, typically including ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- This creamer can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Shake well before each use to recombine ingredients that may settle.
- Adjust the sweetness or spice levels by adding more molasses or spice mix according to your preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute half-and-half with coconut cream and use a suitable condensed milk alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: gingerbread creamer, holiday creamer, homemade coffee creamer, festive coffee creamer, gingerbread spice
