Upgrade your coffee with these rich and carb-free keto coffee creamer recipes

When I started the keto diet in 2017, options for keto coffee creamers on the market were limited. Since then, the keto diet has become much more popular, making store-bought keto creamers more widely accessible. Despite the better options available, keto dieters still need to be mindful of false marketing claims on store-bought creamers.

In my experience, many products labeled “keto-friendly” aren’t truly low-carb choices or are only low-carb if you use a super small serving size. If you’re not careful, using store-bought coffee creamers could mean ingesting hidden carbs you don’t know about. The best solution is to make your keto coffee creamer at home using real, fresh ingredients. Not only do you have more control over the carb count in your creamer, but you can also steer clear of additives found in many store-bought coffee creamers. These keto coffee creamer recipes make sticking to a keto diet easy.

Extra creamy keto creamer

Many coffee drinkers have grown accustomed to the super creamy texture of store-bought creamers. To recreate this at home, this recipe uses heavy cream and collagen protein powder to give your coffee a creamy, indulgent texture. You can safely store this creamer in the fridge for up to one week after making.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups heavy whipped cream
• 1/3 cup allulose
• 1/3 cup Swerve confectioners’ sweetener (adjust to taste)
• 1/3 cup collagen protein powder
• 3/4 cup almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

1. Combine cream and sweeteners in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low, then allow to cool after removing from the heat.
2. Mix the collagen, almond milk, and vanilla extract into the saucepan. You can add more sweetener if you find the coffee creamer isn’t sweet enough.
3. Once cooled, transfer the coffee creamer to a glass jar or container for storage. Shake well before every use.

Dairy-free keto coffee creamer

Many people who embark on a keto journey also seek to limit dairy or cut it out entirely. If you can’t tolerate dairy, this dairy-free keto coffee creamer recipe is for you. This variation uses full-fat coconut milk to add a light sweetness and delicious creaminess to your coffee without any dairy. Once you make this recipe, you’ll have a delicious keto creamer pre-made and ready for your morning cup of coffee all day.

You can use any zero-sugar sweetener for this recipe, such as liquid or granulated stevia or monk fruit, and adjust the sweetness according to your taste preferences. Keto expert Tara’s Keto Kitchen recommends using BochaSweet, a 100% non-GMO kabocha extract that doesn’tt affect blood sugar levels. However, you can use any sugar-free sweetener you have in your pantry.

Ingredients

• 1 can of full-fat coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 to 3 tablespoons of preferred keto sweetener (or liquid equivalent)

Method

1. Add all of your ingredients to a jar or bowl. Mix the sweetener until fully dissolved.
2. Place in an airtight container and store in the fridge for two to three weeks.
3. Shake before each use for best results.

Vanilla keto coffee creamer

You don’t have to give up flavored coffee creamers while on a keto diet. Many flavored keto coffee creamer variations exist, such as this vanilla creamer recipe. This recipe is inspired by bulletproof coffee and features unsalted butter to add creaminess to your coffee. The added vanilla bean elevates the flavor, but if you’re looking for an extra hint of vanilla in your cup, I like to pair this with a sugar-free vanilla syrup or a flavored vanilla stevia.

Ingredients

• 16 ounces of heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 vanilla bean
• 1/2 cup keto-friendly sweetener, such as erythritol

Method

1. Slice the vanilla bean down the center, scraping the insides with a knife.
2. Add all your ingredients to a pan and allow them to boil over medium-low heat. Mix often to prevent the ingredients from burning.
3. Allow the mixture to boil before turning the heat down to a simmer until it appears to have thickened. This process generally takes about 15 minutes.
4. After the mixture cools, pour it into a glass container or jar. Place it in the fridge to allow it to fully cool before using. This keto coffee creamer can be stored safely in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Hazelnut keto coffee creamer

This hazelnut coffee creamer mixes heavy cream and coconut milk for a balanced dairy and non-dairy creamer combination. You can’t go wrong with a hint of hazelnut in any coffee. I especially love using hazelnut-flavored creamer when drinking hot coffee.

Ingredients

• 13 1/2 ounces of coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons keto brown sugar, such as Sweve brown sugar
• 1 teaspooon hazelnut extract

Method

1. Add coconut milk, heavy cream, and keto brown sugar into a small pan. Bring to a slow simmer over medium heat, allowing the mixture to bubble gently. Remove from heat once the ingredients are fully dissolved.
2. Allow it to cool at room temperature with the lid on the pan. After cooling, whisk entirely before moving to an airtight glass container or bottle.
3. Place the creamer in the fridge, let it get cold, and enjoy! This creamer can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three weeks (when sealed properly)