Vanilla Bean Creamer

Sep 25, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Pantry Drinks beverages Vanilla: Beans Easy

Vanilla Bean Creamer in a ceramic mug on an oak bar

A rich and creamy coffee creamer infused with the delicate flavor of real vanilla bean, perfect for adding warmth and sweetness to your morning cup.

Prep 10 min

Cook —

Cooling 2 hr

Total 2 hr 10 min

Servings 8

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

1.0 cup (240.0 ml)half-and-half
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
⅓ cup (80.0 g)sweetened condensed milk
1.0vanilla bean, split and scraped
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract

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Instructions

Split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds using the back of a knife.
In a medium bowl, combine the half-and-half, whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla bean seeds, and the empty vanilla bean pod.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the vanilla flavor to infuse.
After infusing, remove the vanilla bean pod from the mixture.
Stir in the pure vanilla extract to enhance the vanilla flavor.
Store the creamer in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Shake or stir well before using. Add to coffee or tea as desired.

Tips

Using a whole vanilla bean and letting it infuse overnight creates a more intense and natural vanilla flavor than extract alone.
Vanilla bean pods can be rinsed, dried, and used to make homemade vanilla sugar.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla bean creamer?

Plan on 10 minutes of prep, plus 2 hours to chill. The recipe makes About 2 cups (8 servings).

How should I store vanilla bean creamer?

Keep refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 7 days. Shake well before each use.

Can I make vanilla bean creamer ahead?

Infuse the vanilla bean in the milk mixture overnight to develop flavor and save preparation time in the morning.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped. Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

A rich and creamy coffee creamer infused with the delicate flavor of real vanilla bean, perfect for adding warmth and sweetness to your morning cup.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 8 servings this recipe makes.

92 Calories / serving

5.4g Fat

8.2g Carbs

2.7g Protein

8.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (8 servings): ~736 cal · 43g fat · 66g carbs · 22g protein · 66g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 92 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 17 min·1.0 mi·~2000 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 12 min·0.6 mi·~1200 steps
Moderate cycling 9 min·1.8 mi
Swimming laps 13 min
Jogging 9 min·0.8 mi·~1450 steps
Stair climbing 8 min·~700 steps
Dancing 15 min
Bodyweight circuit training 9 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 21 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.