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How to Make Healthier Coffee Creamer
Are you trying to reduce processed additives and sugar in your coffee? Instead of turning to packaged creamers for relief, why not make your own healthy coffee creamer at home instead? Creating customized flavor variations like pumpkin spice or French vanilla will greatly enhance the flavors in your java cup and beyond! Homemade creamers are not limited to coffee alone – they can also be used in espresso drinks, iced coffee beverages and lattes beverages!
Popular store-bought coffee creamers contain more than just milk and sugar, like Nestle’s Coffee Mate which contains over double the amount of sugar as regular milk and contains high levels of saturated fat. Furthermore, many of these products contain artificial ingredients like carrageenan which has been linked to gut health issues for some individuals.
Homemade coffee creamers are not only healthy and economical to create; they’re also simpler and cheaper than you might imagine! Simply swapping out regular milk for full-fat coconut or nut milks (or combinations thereof) will add creamy deliciousness without added calories and fat content.
Dairy products may be suitable for those without sensitivities to dairy, while nondairy alternatives like soy and almond milk are an excellent alternative, often being packed full of essential vitamins and minerals and offering unsweetened varieties that contain less saturated fat than traditional creamer.
When searching for the ideal coffee creamer, pay attention to its ingredients. Select products made with minimally processed and unsweetened milk without added fats and preservatives; products with higher levels of fat may lead to weight gain. Incorporating ingredients such as MCT oil – known for increasing energy levels while helping burn off body fat as fuel for weight loss – could also prove fruitful in helping find your dream product.
Some of the best coffee creamers include functional ingredients like collagen or protein powder that can add protein-packed punch and increase satiety. You can either blend these in after you blend or stir them with a spoon before pouring.
An alternative method of adding some extra kick to your coffee is by sprinkling protein powder or collagen supplement into it. Just be sure to run the creamer through a blender first or warm it up prior to adding powder in order to prevent clumps.