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Ease into your morning with this easy tutorial for French press coffee and check out my delicious homemade Tres Leches Coffee Creamer recipe!

Tres Leches Coffee Creamer Recipe {Plus How To Make French Press Coffee} - Kitchen Concoctions (1)If you have been reading Kitchen Concoctions for any amount of time, then you know I love my morning routine. I love easing into my day by brewing a pot of coffee and taking my cup of coffee (spiked with a little homemade Tres Leches Coffee Creamer recipe) out to my patio to sit and enjoy the stillness of the morning.

I’ll usually have my planner or journal in hand so that I can make my daily to do list or jot down my burning thoughts. Or, if I’m lucky, I’ll get to sit and visit with my husband for a few moments before he rushes out the door to head to work.

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This Tres Leches Coffee Creamer recipe is my go to homemade coffee creamer as it uses just five ingredients, most of which I always have on hand. It’s not overly sweet, which adds a nice little creaminess and sweetness to my cup of coffee, while allowing the smooth, yet bold taste of the Folgers® Coffeehouse Blend to still shine through.

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While during the week we usually brew our daily pot of coffee using a traditional coffee maker, on the weekends, when we really can ease into our day, like make brunch at home, read the paper, and catch up with each other after the long week, I like to pull out the French press and make our coffee in that. Not only does the French press look cute on our dining room table as we sit and enjoy brunch, I think the coffee is stronger when brewed this way, perfect for coffee fans of every generation!

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Today, I’m sharing not only my Tres Leches Coffee Creamer recipe below, but a quick little how to on how to make French press coffee for weekend brunchin!

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Helpful Tips and Information:

How to store coffee: Coffee grounds should be stored with the lid securely on in a cool, dry place (ie: the pantry or kitchen cabinet). Once opened, the container of coffee should be used within 2-3 weeks (stored at room temperature) for ultimate freshness; or can be stored in the refrigerator for about a month.

How to make French press coffee:
Fill French press with ½ cup Folgers® Coffeehouse Blend coffee grounds.

Pour 4 cups hot, but not boiling, water into your French press, leaving about 1-2 inches of space at the top.

Stir water and coffee grounds with a wooden spoon.

Place French press plunger in the top of the French press, but don’t press down.

Let coffee brew for 4-5 minutes and then press plunger down to press all the coffee grounds to the bottom of the French press.

Pour the brewed coffee into coffee cups and serve with a splash or two of Tres Leches Coffee Creamer, if desired.

Serving suggestion: This homemade creamer is can be used for hot or iced coffee. For iced coffee, pour leftover coffee or expiring creamer into ice cube trays and freeze. Use coffee or creamer ice cubes when making iced coffee so that your iced coffee doesn’t get watered down.

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Yield: Yields: 4 cups

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Ease into your morning with this easy tutorial for French press coffee and check out my delicious homemade Tres Leches Coffee Creamer recipe!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup half and half or milk of choice
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Combine all three milks, vanilla and cinnamon in a large glass jar. Whisk together or place lid on jar, secure tightly and shake vigorously to combine.
  2. Add 1-2 tablespoons, or desired amount, of coffee creamer to hot or iced coffee and stir to combine.
  3. Store homemade creamer in jar in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks, or until the expiration date of the milk or half and half.

Notes

Tip: I place a piece of painter’s tape on the lid to the glass jar and write the expiration date of the milk/half and half on that so that I know what date I need to use the creamer by.

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FAQs

How to make coffee with Coffee mate French vanilla? ›

Add 1 - 3 pumps of liquid creamer concentrate to an 8 oz cup of coffee to whiten and flavor your cup.

How to make a coffee with creamer? ›

Add Creamer To Your Brewed Coffee

Simply pour your coffee into a blender and add your desired amount of creamer. Blend until the cream is well combined and enjoy!

Does evaporated milk make a good coffee creamer? ›

On its own, evaporated milk is thick and creamy, making it an excellent replacement for half and half or creamer in your coffee or tea. You can also experiment with adding it to smoothies, milkshakes, soup, or pasta sauces, although you'll want to use less than you would with regular milk.

How much coffee creamer to make a cup of milk? ›

Whole milk: 2 Tbsp powdered creamer + 2 Tbsp water OR 4 Tbsp liquid coffee creamer. 2% reduced fat milk: 3 Tbsp powdered creamer + 3 Tbsp water OR 5 Tbsp liquid coffee creamer. Skim milk: 4 Tbsp powdered creamer + 4 Tbsp water OR 8 Tbsp liquid coffee creamer.

What are the ingredients in Coffee Mate French vanilla creamer? ›

WATER, SUGAR, COCONUT OIL, 2% OR LESS OF SODIUM CASEINATE (A MILK DERIVATIVE)**, MONO- AND DIGLYCERIDES, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, BETA CAROTENE AND RIBOFLAVIN (FOR COLOR). ** Not a source of lactose.

Can you put straight vanilla extract in coffee? ›

Well, vanilla extract is a great way to sweeten your coffee with little to no sugar. You can add it to your drip coffee, americano, latte, cold brew, or any other coffee drink you want. Not only will it sweeten your coffee, but it will also give it that delicious vanilla flavor. It's a win-win.

How to make coffee more creamy? ›

In a medium bowl combine the coffee with sweetened condensed milk. Whisk in the half and half cream until well blended. Divide into 2 large ice-filled glasses. Top with whipped cream.

Can I use coffee creamer instead of milk in a recipe? ›

Sub for Water or Milk in Baked Goods

If you happen to be out of milk when baking, use coffee creamer instead! Using a vanilla-flavored variety is a great way to add extra vanilla flavor to your favorite sweet treats.

Is sweetened condensed milk good as a coffee creamer? ›

Delicious – sweetened condensed milk and real vanilla extract taste amazing with coffee. Adding half and half will produce a silky smooth and balanced cup of coffee.

Why do people use evaporated milk in coffee? ›

It makes your coffee less bitter and adds natural sweetness to it. Evaporated milk gives your coffee a smooth and rich texture.

Does powdered milk make a good coffee creamer? ›

In fact, we recommend using non-fat powdered milk as it dissolves more readily. But what about richness and taste, you might ask? The difference is negligible. In fact, we find that powdered milk allows more of the coffee's natural qualities to emerge.

What happens if you put too much creamer in coffee? ›

Thickeners have also been known to cause inflammation and gastrointestinal issues and some preservatives can actually cause damage to your reproductive system. Creamers have a lot of added sugar, which can definitely be harmful to your diet.

How to make coffee from scratch at home? ›

Basic steps to make perfect coffee:

Line the basket of your coffee maker with a filter. Grind coffee beans to medium or medium-fine grind size. Bring filtered water to a boil, then let it sit for a minute. Pour enough water into the filter to wet it completely, and let it drain into your cup or coffee pot.

How do you use French vanilla coffee mate powder? ›

Add 4 tsp of powdered creamer to an 8 oz cup of coffee to whiten and flavor your cup. What is the shelf life of Coffee mate Powdered Creamer? Coffee mate Powered Creamer has an industry-leading shelf life of 2 years (730 days).

How do you add French vanilla to coffee? ›

Can I Use French Vanilla Syrup In My Coffee? Yes, it's a great way to add some sweetness to your cup of coffee. French vanilla syrup is made of sugar and real vanilla beans. It has a rich flavor and creamy texture that goes perfectly in any hot or cold beverage.

Is French vanilla coffee mate good for you? ›

Overall, Coffee mate cannot be classified as good for you. Looking at the ingredient label, Coffee mate's three main ingredients are corn syrup solids, hydrogenated vegetable oil, and sodium caseinate (a milk derivative). Plus, the product contains a small amount of the controversial trans fat.

Do you use coffee mate instead of milk? ›

COFFEE-MATE is not a substitute product for milk. It is a non-dairy coffee creamer. It can be used as a substitute creamer for tea, but it brings the best taste in coffee.

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