Try these easy gourmet coffee recipes to make some of your favorite coffee drinks for a lot less money! These easy coffee recipes also make great homemade jar mix gifts!
10 Gourmet Coffee Recipes To Make At Home!
Mix these yummy gourmet coffee recipes and creamers for yourself to enjoy or put them in pretty jars to give as gifts all year long. They make great gifts for birthdays, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas or as housewarming gifts. They’re also a great “just because I care and know you are going through something difficult” gift.
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French Vanilla Creamer
Skip the store-bought creamer and make your own rich, creamy coffee treat with this simple French vanilla creamer recipe! It’s smooth, sweet, and adds the perfect hint of vanilla flavor to every cup.
Ingredients
14 oz. milk (whole, lowfat, or skim – It doesn’t matter which you choose.)
14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
2 tsp. vanilla
mason jar (quart size)
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a jar.
- Shake until well blended.
Notes
Variations:
- Add 1 tsp. almond extract and 1/2 tsp orange extract for cappuccino.
- Add 1/2 tsp cinnamon and 1 tsp almond extract for amaretto.
- Add flavored syrups to taste for additional flavors.
East Chocolate Almond Creamer Recipe
Ingredients
14 oz. milk (whole, lowfat, or skim – It doesn’t matter which you choose.)
14 oz. sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp. almond extract
1 Tbsp. cocoa
mason jar, quart sized
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a jar.
- Shake until well blended.
Coconut Delight Coffee Creamer Recipe
Skip the expensive coffee shop and make this delicious Coconut Delight Coffee Creamer recipe at home! With just two simple ingredients, you’ll enjoy rich, creamy flavor in every cup—without the high price tag. It’s easy to make, budget-friendly, and so good you’ll wonder why you ever bought store-bought creamers!
Ingredients
1 cup coconut cream
1 Tbsp. vanilla
Instructions
- Mix ingredients in a jar.
- Store in the refrigerator.
- Add 1 Tablespoon to each cup of coffee.
Minted Coffee Mix
Enjoy the refreshing taste of minty mocha at home with this easy Minted Coffee Mix Recipe! Made with simple pantry ingredients, this homemade blend is a delicious way to skip the pricey coffee shop drinks and store-bought mixes.
Ingredients
3/4 cup coffee creamer, powdered
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup instant coffee
1/4 cup cocoa
dash of salt
4 peppermint candies, crushed
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients.
- Add 2-3 Tbsp. of the mix to one cup of boiling water; Adjust the amount of mix to your taste.
Orange Spice Coffee Recipe
Warm, cozy, and delicious, this Orange Spice Coffee Recipe is an easy way to enjoy a gourmet drink at home without the high coffee shop prices! Made with just a few simple ingredients, this homemade mix brings a perfect blend of orange and spice to every cup. It’s a delicious, budget-friendly treat you can whip up in minutes!
Ingredients
2/3 cups instant coffee
1 cup sugar
dried crushed orange peel
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix ingredients together.
- Add 2-3 Tbsp. of the mix to one cup of boiling water; Adjust the amount of mix to your taste.
Vienna Coffee Mix Recipe
Enjoy the rich, comforting flavor of a coffeehouse favorite at home with this easy Vienna Coffee Mix Recipe! Made with simple pantry staples, it’s a delicious way to treat yourself without the expensive price tag of store-bought mixes or coffee shop drinks.
Ingredients
1 cup sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon
11/2 cups non-dairy creamer
1 1/2 cups powdered milk
4 Tbsp. Cocoa
1 cup instant coffee
Instructions
- Mix all of the ingredients together
- Add 2-3 Tbsp. of the mix to one cup of boiling water; Adjust the amount of mix to your taste.
Cinnamon and Spice Coffee Recipe
Skip the coffee shop and cozy up with this homemade Cinnamon and Spice Coffee Recipe! Made with simple ingredients you already have in your pantry, this easy mix delivers a warm, comforting flavor that’s perfect for any time of year. It’s a delicious, budget-friendly way to enjoy a gourmet coffee experience at home—without the high price tag!
Ingredients
2/3 cup instant coffee
1 1/3 cups sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients together.
- Add 2-3 Tbsp. of the mix to one cup of boiling water; Adjust the amount of mix to your taste.
Easy Toffee Coffee Recipe
Enjoy the sweet, rich flavor of toffee without the coffee shop price! This Easy Toffee Coffee recipe uses just three simple ingredients to create a smooth, delicious drink you can make at home in minutes. It’s a budget-friendly way to treat yourself to a gourmet-style coffee anytime!
Ingredients
1 cup instant coffee
1 cup non-dairy creamer
1 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Mix all of the ingredients together.
- Add 2-3 Tbsp. mix to one cup boiling water; Adjust the amount of mix to your taste.
Italian Mocha Espresso Recipe
Skip the coffee shop and savor the bold, chocolatey flavor of this homemade Italian Mocha Espresso Recipe! Made with just three simple ingredients, this rich and satisfying mix lets you enjoy a gourmet-style coffee drink at home for a fraction of the cost. Quick, easy, and budget-friendly—perfect for espresso lovers who want big flavor without the big price!
Ingredients
1/2 cup instant coffee
1/2 cup sugar
2 1/4 cups cocoa powder
Instructions
- Mix all of the ingredients together.
- Add 2-3 Tbsp. mix to one cup boiling water; Adjust the amount of mix to your taste.
Easy Orange Cappuccino Recipe
Enjoy a sweet, orange twist on your favorite coffee drink with this Easy Orange Cappuccino Recipe! Made with simple ingredients you already have at home, this creamy, flavorful mix saves you money by skipping the pricey coffee shop versions. Just add hot water for a delicious, budget-friendly treat that’s ready in minutes!
Ingredients
1 cup instant coffee
11/2 cups sugar
2 cups powdered milk
1 tsp. dry orange peel
Instructions
- Mix all of the ingredients together.
- Add 2-3 Tbsp. mix to one cup boiling water; Adjust the amount of mix to your taste.
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This year, I made the candied stirring spoons that you suggested on this site a few weeks back. You know, the ones that are dipped in chocolate and then have goodies or marshmallows added to them, and are then individually wrapped. They were easy, elegant, inexpensive and just special enough for Christmas. I bet they would be perfect with a batch of your gourmet coffee mixes for a nice adult Christmas gift, without risking a sugar overload. Thank you for your ideas, recipes and all the feedback from everyone.
Hadn’t though of using these as a gift! Great idea Mary Jane! Aren’t our fellow readers clever and helpful?!
Another gift for the person with everything is an experience. Play “That game” with them. Take them to see a movie or watch a favorite show with them. If they like kids, bright them. If not don’t. Either way ask, because they may have a headache that day.
This was great !!! I truly enjoy my coffee… I have created some of my own coffee flavors – much like you have noted… I will be trying the other options that you have listed.
I have emptied a small bottle (1 or 2 oz) vanilla or almond flavoring into a bag of coffee….delicious
Did you pour the liquid into a can of coffee? Does it not get clumpy? Thank you.
I know you were asking Sherry about this but in case she doesn’t get you answered it probably doesn’t get lumpy because coffee doesn’t lump up like flour or something but what you might do instead is just make the coffee and add a couple of drops of the flavoring to that. That way if you ever need to use the plain coffee you will be able too.
These are all so simple and they look great! Good gift ideas too.
These all look great…Will use for Christmas gifts
Can’t wait to try the Cinnamon and Spice Coffee, sounds yummy. I’m still looking for a myo cream brulee coffee creamer. Tried caramel, just not the same.
They ALL look yummy.
Thank you so much for these recipes! I gave up my beloved vanilla creamers because of all the extra unhealthy ingredients. I feel better but miss them! These recipes couldn’t be more timely.
Wow, great can’t wait to try them, will be good on a cold winter night. I love your website and look forward to it all the time. It really helps when your retired!!
Wow, these all look great! I appreciate all your tips and tricks on saving money! Blessings to you and your family.
Is it possible that you might have a recipe for a Creme Browet coffe creamer. The liquid one is my absolute favorite.
You know Harriet we don’t but maybe one of our readers does
Can you store these in air tight containers
Yes you can and store them for as long or like you would if they were store bought.
I would love to have a recipe for Pumpkin spice creamer..
It is pretty easy to make Laurie this is a general recipe that you can adapt to your tastes and is one of those things you can change most of the amounts to fit your own taste so feel free to add or take away on this one.
Pumpkin Spice Creamer
1 cup of half and half – you can use milk or half milk and cream or something like that)
2 Tbsp. pumpkin puree (not pie filling that has already been seasoned)
1 tsp. pumpkin spice (here is our homemade version of Pumpkin spice if you would like that)
2 Tbsp. of brown sugar or maple syrup
Mix and warm all in saucepan or in microwave. Will store 5 days in fridge. All the ingredients can be adjusted to your taste.
Thank you for this pumpkin spice recipe, and for all of the other coffee recipes that you have shared. ❤️
You are so welcome Teresa. I hope you enjoy them.
I have a question about your coffee recipes. They call for using instant coffee. Then pouring hot water over. Could I make my coffee and then just add a tbsp of the recipe to my coffee? Thanks in advance !!