Gluten- and Dairy-Free Vegan Coffee Whitener

A non-dairy, yet rich and flavorful, way to lighten coffee. The syrup gives this a creamy texture like the store-bought types, but without chemicals or additives. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 23 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil (Optional)
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons raw cane sugar, or more to taste
• 1 tablespoon brown rice syrup, or more to taste

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Stir coconut milk, almond milk, sugar, coconut oil, brown rice syrup, and vanilla extract together in a saucepan over medium-low heat until sugar is completely dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes; remove from heat.

Step 2

Blend coconut milk mixture with an immersion blender or in a blender until smooth and creamy. Cool to room temperature.

Step 3

Transfer whitener to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator.