Who else enjoys adding a little something special to their coffee in the morning? This Black Forest Coffee Creamer tastes like dessert in a cup. It has a lot of chocolate, a little bit of cherry, and a creamy finish.
It’s very simple to make, tastes much better than store-bought, and will make your morning coffee even better.
This recipe is a game-changer for busy parents who need a pick-me-up or just want to treat themselves. Let’s make mornings magical. ☕🍒🍫
Ingredients
- 1 cup of thick cream
- 1 cup of whole or 2% milk
- 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons of sugar (or any other sweetener you like)
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of almond extract
- 2–3 tablespoons of cherry syrup (add more or less to taste)
Spoons and cups for measuring
A medium-sized pot
Whisk
Store in a glass bottle or jar
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients together
Over medium heat, mix the cream, milk, cocoa powder, and sugar together in a medium saucepan. Stir until the sugar and cocoa are completely dissolved. - Let it simmer slowly
Stir the mixture every few minutes for 2 to 3 minutes, or until it starts to simmer. - Give it some taste
Take off the heat and mix in the cherry syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Combine well by mixing. - Let it cool and put it away.
After the creamer has cooled completely, put it in a clean glass bottle or jar. Keep in the fridge and shake well before using.
Tips & Variations
- If you want to make it dairy-free, you can use oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk instead of whole milk.
- Sweetener: You can use honey, maple syrup, or a sugar-free sweetener if you prefer.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to give it an extra kick of flavor.
- Change the sweetness: Start with 2 tablespoons of sugar and add more if you think it needs it. Everyone has a different taste for sweets!
- You can buy cherry syrup or make your own by simmering cherries and sugar with a little water until it thickens.
- Mix it up: A small frother or whisk works best to mix the cocoa powder into the liquid without making lumps.
- Tip for storage: Keep in a clean glass bottle in the fridge for up to a week and shake well before each use.
- Warm up some milk with this creamer and make a “Black Forest hot chocolate” that kids will love!
Storage & Final Thoughts
You can keep your Black Forest Coffee Creamer in the fridge for up to a week. To mix the flavors, shake it before each use. It also freezes well; just pour it into an ice cube tray and freeze it for later!
There you have it: a simple and tasty Black Forest Coffee Creamer that you can make at home. Your mornings just got a little better, and honestly, who doesn’t deserve that? Try this recipe and let us know what you think in the comments below. I’d love to know how you used it—maybe in coffee, hot chocolate, or even a sneaky dessert drizzle? 😊