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small jar of homemade peppermint coffee creamer on red and white cloth

Peppermint Coffee Creamer

This delicious homemade peppermint coffee creamer is healthier for you and so easy to make! Free from preservatives and condensed milk, you're sure to love this simple recipe.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups milk base see notes
  • 1/4 - 1/2 cup sweetener see notes
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp peppermint extract
  • 1 tsp almond extract (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and sweetener of choice.
  2. Allow mixture to just come to a boil while stirring. Reduce heat to simmer and continue stirring until sugar is all dissolved.
  3. Add in extracts. Allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow alcohol taste to cook out.
  4. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

Selecting a milk base: You can use heavy cream, half and half, plain milk or any combination of these! Plain milk will yield a thinner cream, but it still tastes good.
You can also use a non-dairy milk base, such as unsweetened almond milk or oat milk. 
 
Sweetener: Cane sugar or granulated white sugar work well. You can also use maple syrup for a nice warm flavor.
The amount of sugar you use depends on how sweet you like your coffee. 1/4 cup adds just a hint of sweetness. You can always add more if you prefer it sweeter.