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Forget ever having to buy coffee creamer again! This 3-Ingredient Coconut Vanilla Coffee Creamer comes together in minutes to create a rich, luxurious, dairy-free coffee creamer.
Whether you use this Homemade Coffee Creamer to make a Homemade Latte, or just to flavor your coffee, this simple dairy-free coffee creamer will save you money and will make drinking your morning cup of coffee that much more enjoyable.
Like many of you, my morning does not go well without a cup of coffee. While I don't like my coffee black, I am not a fan of store-bought creamers for many reasons. They are often loaded with added preservatives, sugar, stabilizers, carrageenan, and even trans fat.
And if you need a dairy-free creamer, your options are limited and they are often pricey!
Skip the store-bought creamer, and with just 3 ingredients and a quick shake, you can quickly make a dairy-free creamer that is rich, velvety, and full of vanilla and coconut flavors with a note of maple in the background. It is the perfect way to indulge without indulging at all.
Notes on Ingredients
Because this homemade coffee creamer is made with only 3 ingredients, you want to choose them wisely for the best results.
- Coconut Milk: Be sure to use canned coconut milk, not coconut cream for this vegan coffee creamer. My favorite is Trader Joe's Coconut Milk, it is thicker than most light brands but does not separate as much as full-fat coconut milk. However, you can use any brand of light coconut milk or full-fat coconut milk you like.
- Maple Syrup: Be sure to use pure maple syrup, not pancake syrup, as the flavor will not be as rich or pure.
- Vanilla Extract: The vanilla extract is optional, but adds a nice warming note to the creamer.
- Optional Additions: Feel free to add up to a teaspoon of ground cinnamon or ½ teaspoon of grated nutmeg for additional flavoring if desired.
How To Prepare & Use Homemade Coffee Creamer
- Combine the coconut milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a jar with a tight-fitting lid or a blender. Shake or blend well until the ingredients are well emulsified.
- Store this homemade creamer in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 14 days.
- Shake well before each use.
not dairy-free?
If you are not dairy-free, feel free to use half and half in place of the coconut milk to make a simple Homemade Vanilla Coffee Creamer.
Serving Suggestions
A cup of coffee flavored with this easy homemade coffee creamer pairs perfectly with breakfast, brunch, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Below are a few of my favorite items to pair with a cup of coffee flavored with this Coconut Coffee Creamer.
- Overnight Cinnamon Rolls
- Dairy-Free Pumpkin Muffins
- Instant Pot Oatmeal
- Whole Wheat Waffles
- Banana Oat Pancakes
- Gluten-Free Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
- Easy Potato Frittata
If you gave this dairy-free coffee creamer a try, I would love for you to leave a comment and review below.
Coconut Vanilla Coffee Creamer
Ingredients
- 1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk, full-fat or reduced-fat
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a large sealable jar and seal. Shake well for 2-3 minutes, until all the ingredients are well distributed. Alternatively, blend the ingredients until creamy and smooth.
- Store the creamer in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 14 days. Use as desired, shaking well before each use.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Dear Kristen, this is a great idea. I must try it and it is so easy to whip up! Trying this tomorrow morning! xo, Catherine
Yea. I hope you love it so much!
This will be perfect for my afternoon iced coffee. It's finally getting warmer and I crave a creamy, iced coffee ....simple, healthy and delicious! Do you have a brand of coconut milk that you like? I really want to start making this.
You will love it! As far as coconut milk goes, ALDI just came out with a canned version that I like, as well as the Coconut Milk from Trader Joes. I prefer canned because it is cleaner than the refrigerated brands that have stabalizers in them typically.
Thanks! So Aldi has a coconut milk all the time? I'm there about 3 times a week so I should be able to find it. I have some Trader Joe's so I'm going to make some today.
I love coconut milk and use it whenever I can! Great recipe!
Then this is for you!
I've never really got in to creamers (not really a British thing) but this combination sounds delicious, as well as easy, so I could definitely be tempted. And pretty healthy too - love it.
You may really love this! I hope you try it!
This is exactly what I use for creamer too!! It is so much healthier AND cheaper than creamer. Perfect!
Great minds think alike Melissa 🙂
NOM!!! And I would totally use Walden Farms Syrup in this because I won't lie to you, I LIKE IT! ha ha!
You go for it!
Great creamer and such a treat, Kristen. Love that it's all natural. We're using coconut milk for a lot of things in our house these days.
Thanks Allie. I love how versatile coconut milk can be!
Does it need to be refrigerated and how long does it stay fresh? Also, if refrigerated doesn't coconut milk get hard?
Barbara,
Yes, this does need to be refrigerated. I have found it lasts for 2-3 weeks. (It has never lasted 3 weeks in my house because we use it before then, but technically, it should last 3 weeks)
Coconut milk does get a bit hard in the can, but I think you are thinking of coconut oil, which when cold, becomes solid. Give this a good shake before using (as you should with any flavored creamer) and it will be perfect.
Delicious and satisfying. I didn't have any Maple so I substituted agave nectar! Still awesome.
YAY!!! I am so glad you enjoyed!