Coffee Creamer | Lactose Free Vegetarian

Coffee Mate Italian Sweet Creme

N/A Allergens: Milk, Soy
Coffee Mate Italian Sweet Creme

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (Soy/Corn/Palm oil derivatives)
  • Primary Cuisine Western
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Water, sugar, vegetable oil (coconut, palm, and/or soybean oils), sodium caseinate (milk derivative)

The Forktionary Angle

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Definition

A non-dairy coffee creamer designed to impart a sweet, creamy, and distinct "Italian sweet cream" flavor to coffee.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Creamy, Vanilla, Buttery (artificial flavor)
TextureLiquid, Smooth, Viscous
AromaSweet, Vanilla, Creamy
AcidityNeutral

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 15ml
Calories230 kcal
Total Fat13 g
Saturated Fat10 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate33 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars33 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium0 mg

Chef’s Secret

For a homemade version, combine sweetened condensed milk with milk/water and a dash of vanilla extract. For dairy-free, use coconut milk instead of condensed milk.

Substitutions

Best Match

French Vanilla Coffee Creamer

1:1

Offers a very similar sweet and creamy vanilla profile, widely available.

Half-and-Half (with sugar & vanilla extract)

1:1 (plus desired sweetness/flavor)

Dairy-based, provides richness but needs added sugar and flavor for similar profile.

Sweetened Condensed Milk (diluted)

Varies (start small)

Very sweet and creamy, can be diluted with water or milk for creamer consistency.

Almond Milk Creamer (flavored)

1:1

Dairy-free, for a similar flavor profile without the milk derivatives; texture may differ.

Buying Guide

Check for "sodium caseinate" if strict vegan. Look for sugar-free options if desired.

Flavor Pairings

Coffee tea hot chocolate cream-based cocktails (as a flavoring agent).