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A close up shot of a hand dipping biscotti into a latte in a glass mug, that has Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer in it and has been dusted with cinnamon and sugar.

This homemade Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer is a beautiful thing to wake up to. As the days get shorter and the mornings are dark and chilly, crawling out of a warm bed takes some convincing. A good cup of coffee waiting for you on the other side makes starting the day easier! I love having a big jar of this homemade creamer in the fridge. I usually have one or two cups of coffee each day, and I wouldn’t dream of drinking it black. No bean water for me, thanks!

Overhead shot of a saucepan of Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer with a hand holding on to a whisk in the saucepan, and the saucepan is sitting on a plaid cloth on a marble background.

Without being all pumpkin spice and everything nice, this Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer still screams fall but offers a softer, maybe less cliche, type of fall flavor. It’s very easy to make, and you might even already have everything you need. Just make a brown sugar simple syrup by dissolving equal parts brown sugar and water on the stovetop. There is no need to bring it to a boil, just make sure there is no grittiness from sugar crystals in the syrup. Stir in cinnamon and salt, then remove it from the heat. Lastly, add heavy cream and vanilla extract. You are ready to brew!

A glass mug on a wood saucer with cinnamon sticks next to it, espresso shots in the background, along with a glass jar of Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer, a glass pouring mug and a stainless steel pitcher of steamed milk.

This homemade creamer will be perfect in drip coffee, but it also works really well for flavoring a latte. We just bought ourselves a new fancy espresso machine, and so I’ve been playing barista for anyone who will let me. I did work at Starbucks when I was in high school, so maybe it makes me feel a little nostalgic seeing those tiny espresso glasses!

A hand pouring an espresso shot into a glass mug on a wood saucer with cinnamon sticks next to it, with a glass jar of Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer and a stainless steel pitcher of steamed milk in the background.

You can keep the creamer refrigerated for about two weeks, though mine does not last that long. I usually add 2-4 tablespoons of homemade creamer to my coffee, depending on the strength of my brew. Be sure to store the creamer in a container or jar with a lid so that you can give it a good shake before using it. The cinnamon will tend to settle to the bottom.

A hand pouring steamed milk from a stainless steel pitcher into a glass mug with espresso in it, sitting on a wood saucer with cinnamon sticks next to it, with a glass jar of Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer in the background.

This would make such a wonderful little “Happy Fall” gift for a friend. A sweet little jar of homemade creamer, a new mug for fall, and a little package of biscotti would really brighten someone’s day. Just add coffee!

I love dusting the top of my latte foam with cinnamon and sugar. It tastes like a churro-flavored latte, and I’m so here for it!

Cinnamon and sugar being dusted on top of a latte in a glass mug that has Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer in it, that is sitting on a wood saucer.

I’m so glad we’ve made it through the summer and can enjoy cooler mornings and time spent outside. A warm cup of coffee with my favorite flavors is the perfect way to celebrate. Take the time to make part of your everyday morning routine just a little sweeter!

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Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer

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Author: Julie
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 cups 1x
Category: Drink
Method: Cook
Cuisine: American

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Description

This Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Coffee Creamer will take your morning cup of coffee to the next level. Make the perfect cup at home!

Ingredients

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1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup water
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

In a small saucepan over medium heat, dissolve brown sugar in water. Add cinnamon and salt. Remove from heat.
Stir in heavy cream and vanilla.
Pour the creamer into a jar and cover. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tbsp
Calories: 97
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 41mg
Fat: 5.4g
Saturated Fat: 3.4g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.6g
Trans Fat: 0.2g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 0.1g
Protein: 0.4g
Cholesterol: 17mg