Homemade French Vanilla Coffee Creamer – French vanilla creamer you can make yourself at home with just THREE ingredients! If you’re out of your favorite coffee creamer, THIS is a great solution.
This Homemade French Vanilla Coffee Creamer is less expensive and you know (and can pronounce!) all of the ingredients! It tastes just as good, if not better and you’ll enjoy your coffee without having to make a mad dash to the store!
This post has been updated on December 6, 2018 with pictures and content. It was originally published June 4, 2012.
Are you like me?
Mmmmmm….coffee……*inhales VERY deeply*……
SAVE THIS HOMEMADE FRENCH VANILLA COFFEE CREAMER TO YOUR FAVORITE PINTEREST BOARD!
This is stinking brilliant! So, what’s a middle-aged woman girl to do when she’s out of coffee creamer?
Make it from scratch, o’ course. You don’t have to head out to the store or even to the coffee shops anymore!
I don’t know if there’s anything worse than making a pot of coffee on a Sunday morning, moving into the mindset that you’re going to sit and relax while enjoying it, only to find out that there’s no creamer.
And no, I am NOT drinking my coffee black. I do have limits people!
WAIT!!!
There is something.
Pouring yourself a bowl of cereal and then going to the fridge to find out someone used the rest of the milk.
Yeah, that sucks. Communication people!
And like I really needed a cup of coffee this morning after waking up at 3 am in a coughing fit.
I was pretty psyched though, being able to sleep 4 hours in my own bed before I moved out to the couch.
At least when I woke up I had that feeling I had when the kids were infants, and gave me their first 4 hour stretch of sleep instead of waking every two hours to feed.
I was psyched, man. Then I continued coughing and couldn’t go back to sleep.
And then I took a 5-hour nap this afternoon.
I awoke after 3 hours, looked at the clock and said, “Nah.”, rolled over and went back to sleep.
Shhhh…don’t tell the family. But they were all very good to let me sleep. The girls made some cupcakes while I slept, and Mr. 365 went out to get some dinner seeing as how I slept through the lasagna making I had planned for dinner.
You’re probably wondering…
How long is Homemade Coffee Creamer be good for?
Generally, it will last 7-10 days tightly sealed in your refrigerator.
You’ll also want to make note of the expiration date of your milk because that could affect it.
I found this on Mommy Savers.
I had this great idea about adding that wee bottle of Bailey’s Irish Cream to the mix.
Yes, it is alcohol, but who says you can’t start drinking at 7 am? Besides, it’s just a smidgen.
But alas, Old Mother Hubbard went to the cupboard and…the cupboard was bare.
Darn it!
I guess I already drank it and didn’t even remember.
I had a small bottle of Godiva Chocolate liquor, but I wasn’t in the mood for chocolate in my coffee.
Yes, I know, GO FIGURE!
And WHY have I never thought about making our own creamer at home before??!!
I guess it’s true that necessity IS the mother of invention.
This was SUPER easy, did the trick, and is less expensive than the fancy store-bought stuff.
It will save you money and you know exactly the ingredients you’re putting into it, none of those fancy words that you can’t pronounce.
I may never buy creamer again.
The full recipe is below.
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I like to enjoy this Homemade French Vanilla Coffee Creamer with a cup of coffee in my favorite mug.
My mother gave it to me over 30 years ago for my birthday.
It says, “When I think of all the things that would have never been if you had never been…
I celebrate the day you were born.”
I sure do miss her.
HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE FRENCH VANILLA COFFEE CREAMER –
Into a container to hold at least 28 ounces, pour the milk. I like to use this ceramic milk bottle I bought on Amazon. It has a silicon lid, too.
Add the vanilla.
Carefully pour in the sweetened condensed milk.
Secure the cap tightly and shake vigorously until ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Enjoy your coffee!
This Homemade French Vanilla Coffee Creamer is made with just three ingredients! It's easy to make, tastes great and has ingredients you can pronounce.
- 14 ounces whole milk
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
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Into a container large enough to hold 28 ounces, pour the milk.
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Add the condensed milk.
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Add the vanilla.
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Secure the cap tightly and shake vigorously until ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Expiration date of the creamer would be that of your milk.
Mr. 365 LOVED it and says not to buy any creamer again.
I’m also eager to try it with some other flavorings. I might just have to go out and buy me some more Bailey’s.
I’m partial to the Bailey’s. I used the empty creamer bottle that I had.
It just seemed logical and convenient seeing as how I didn’t have any other container to really put it in beside a square Rubbermaid container.
Oh, and don’t try to take pictures of yourself pouring the condensed milk into the small-mouthed container because you’re bound to miss and it will make a sticky mess down the side of the bottle and all over the counter.
Just sayin’.
If you like this HOMEMADE FRENCH VANILLA COFFEE CREAMER, take a look at these great recipes here on the 365 blog!
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Almond Candy Bar Frozen Coffee
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Banana Mocha Smoothie Bowl
The Slow Roasted Italian says
June 4, 2012 at 11:51 pmYou crack me up Lynne. I am going to try this. I am wanting to get away from all the junk in creamer and this looks like the perfect time to start trying…
It is challenging to shoot picks while prepping… I can’t tell you how many times I have missed.
Michelle Buenzli says
June 5, 2012 at 12:26 amAny idea how long its good for? I’m the only user in my house and it takes me about two weeks to use up a big bottle.
Lynne @ 365 Days of Baking says
June 5, 2012 at 1:50 amMichelle,
unfortunately I do not. My guess is as long as your milk is good. The milk I used expires on June 6th, but we have two people using it. Perhaps you could use only half the amount of each and refrigerate the condensed milk until the next time you make it. I can’t remember what the exp. is on the condensed milk and the can’s already gone, but that would probably be your best bet.
Thanks for the question!
Peggy says
June 28, 2017 at 4:30 pmCould you use evaporated milk
Faye says
August 23, 2014 at 9:55 amI’ve been making this for years for my husband who likes the creamer but you can go one better and make your own sweetened condensed milk too and freeze until you need it to make creamer or for baking ..
Combine 1 1/2 cups whole milk and 1/2 cup granulated sugar in heavy saucepan …Heat over medium heat until steaming, then lower the heat and simmer for about 2 hours, or until it has thickened slightly and reduced by about half, stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool completely. Pour into a clean, dry airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or you can freeze.
Beckie Dalton says
April 23, 2018 at 9:14 amI will have to try this. Using Splenda since I am Diabetic. The Sugar free and fat free creamers taste bad.
B.R. Fleenor says
November 1, 2017 at 9:55 amSqueeze the can and form more of a spout, this will allow you to pour the SCM in to the bottle with out
Any mess.
Jessica says
June 6, 2012 at 9:19 amCoffee is a brewed beverage with a bitter flavor prepared from the roasted seeds of the coffee plant. Coffee is known to be one of the most refreshing beverages throughout the world. Whether it is a black coffee, or a coffe,with eual amount of milk, it is always the best companion,when yo are waiting for some one, or anything like this.
the best coffee, slimming coffee
Debra Kapellakis says
June 8, 2012 at 6:14 pmGood grief, I haven’t had creamer for my coffee in 21 years. Now you just made me VERY happy. I have been using canned milk or fresh milk. No where near as good as VANILLA creamer! WOW! I bow down to you my recipe Queen.
Anonymous says
June 15, 2012 at 1:29 pmJust made this. Killer good at a fraction of the price. Passing this one on with kuddos to you.
Four Marrs and One Venus says
October 11, 2012 at 10:55 pmOh K. Now you are talking! I have never made my own creamer- and golly gee I HATE it when I run out! So nice to know I have a back up recipe!!
fruitfulvine says
October 31, 2012 at 11:55 amThis recipe sounds like a perfect variation of the 3 or 4 I found while googling. Other recipes called for heating the milks, but your way sounds quick!
I would say that any creamer should be used within 10 days to 2 weeks.
Anonymous says
October 31, 2012 at 4:01 pmTrader Joes just started selling an organic sweetened condensed milk now I have a reason to buy it and dump the commercial stuff. Thanks
Sarah Cannon Williams says
November 16, 2012 at 3:20 amOh to come up with other flavors as well. Like pumpkin, eggnog, hazelnut, caramel macchiato.
We will be making this in our home.
Thank you so much!
Emily says
March 16, 2018 at 6:32 amTry other extracts to get those flavors in place of vanilla extract. You can pick up flavors like caramel, peppermint, pumpkin spice, rum, hazelnut, almond, and more on the baking aisle 🙂
Rachel (I Love My Disorganized Life) says
November 16, 2012 at 2:47 pmWhat a great idea! I never would have thought to used sweetened condensed milk! {LOVE that stuff!} Think I’ll try making my own peppermint creamer. Then I can have it ANY time of the year!
Anonymous says
December 7, 2012 at 2:59 pmSounds great! I’m heading to the store for condensed milk to try it.
I’ll add Cinnamon too. It has amazing health benefits.
Doesn’t 14 + 14 still equal 28 though?
signed – guy with dish pan hands
JoJo says
September 27, 2014 at 2:13 pmI brew my coffee with the cinnamon in the grounds. I’ll add about 2 tablespoons of cinnamon to the filter before the coffee. It smells wonderful, is good for me, and my coffee tastes great! Once it is done, I add my coffee, creamer (French vanilla, homemade) a dash of cinnamon and sometimes nutmeg to my mug. If I’m feeling randy, I’ll toss a peppermint candy in the bottom of my mug. Sounds strange, really, its amazing!!
Lynne says
October 12, 2014 at 1:54 pmThat really sounds great, Jojo! Thanks for the tips!
My Cooking Journey says
December 7, 2012 at 11:20 pmThis is such an awesome idea. I would have never thought of making this. We drink latte as our everyday morning coffee. Me and my husband though also love the regular coffee and we drink it 2-3 times a week. I do not like just regular milk in my coffee, so this would be what I make. i can half the recipe and use the rest of the condensed milk for some other recipe or maybe just lick it off with my kids 🙂
Sandhya
Anonymous says
December 31, 2012 at 2:18 pmI love my coffee creamer–and would really like to try this. Due to diabetes, however, I need to use the sugar free creamer. Do you know of any way to cut down on the sugar in this homemade version?
Amy Hahnel says
August 8, 2013 at 11:53 pmGoogle for a recipe to make your own sweetened condensed milk, use honey or artificial sweetener. Use coconut milk for dairy free version also.
Anonymous says
August 8, 2013 at 11:55 pmGoogle a recipe for making sugar free sweetened condensed milk, they are out there. Can also make dairy free.
wendy says
December 31, 2012 at 4:55 pmAdd 1-2 Tbsp of brown sugar to the creamer mix, and you have your very own Starbucks vanilla latte, without the bitterness of Starbucks coffee or the ridiculous price tag.
amanda says
September 14, 2014 at 4:15 pmA vanilla latte from starbucks doesn’t have coffee in it. Depending on the size it has shots of espresso in it.
Anonymous says
January 2, 2013 at 4:43 pmThis sounds awesome!! Does anyone know you could make the hazelnut flavored creamer? Thanks in advance. Lisa Y.
Anonymous says
January 4, 2013 at 5:24 pmWould love to try this, but need a suger free version, any help??
Anonymous says
February 2, 2013 at 10:18 amI think there’s a sugar free (or maybe it’s fat free??) sweetened condensed milk.
Redneck Soccer Mom says
February 22, 2013 at 3:42 pmI just made this it is great thank you!
Anonymous says
April 14, 2013 at 10:59 pmMaking some tonight for tomorrow…..I am a cinnamon freak…….cant wait to try.!!!!
Anonymous says
May 25, 2013 at 2:37 pmI just made this and I LOVE it!!! I am not a coffee drinker so I use creamer in my hot chocolate and this stuff tastes AMAZING! I love it! Some things I did different was I used low fat milk and Mexican vanilla but it still tasted GREAT!
Anonymous says
July 6, 2013 at 12:19 amAmazing!!!!! Thank you!!!
Alice Mendez says
September 23, 2014 at 8:17 amThis recipe sounds amazing, but since I’m the only one to use creamer, I’m afraid it will go bad before I use it all. Do have any yummy “dry mix” recipes?
Lynne says
October 12, 2014 at 2:01 pmAlice, unfortunately I don’t, but that’s a great idea. will have to work on that one.
Heather says
October 27, 2014 at 11:46 pmI too has the problem with getting it all in the container and not down the sides. I went and bought a kitchen funnel and that eliminated the mess.
Lynne says
November 22, 2014 at 2:09 pmSmart minds think alike, Heather! 😉
Tara says
November 20, 2014 at 10:36 amYou, my dear, just saved my morning!
Lynne says
November 22, 2014 at 1:06 pmOh, Tara, I’m SO glad to hear that!! 🙂
This recipe’s saved a few of my mornings as well!
CFL says
December 9, 2014 at 8:11 amSounds tasty. Will have to get some in time for the holidays! 🙂
Lucas says
April 2, 2019 at 1:55 amWow! Thank you so much! I live in the Netherlands and after a recent trip home to the US I was dying to have French Vanilla creamer at home. This is perfect! Just made it and it’s just like the real deal, so delicious. Thank you!
Lynne says
April 10, 2019 at 4:44 pmLucas, that’s so wonderful to hear. Thanks for letting me know. Enjoy your coffee with delicious memories of America. 🙂