Choose a base: milk, half-and-half, heavy cream, oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk
Add sweetener if desired: sugar, honey, maple syrup, or condensed milk
Add flavoring if desired: vanilla extract, cocoa powder, cinnamon, caramel, or almond extract
Whisk or blend the ingredients until smooth
Taste and adjust sweetness or flavor
Pour into a clean, airtight container
Refrigerate and shake before each use
Use within a few days if made with dairy, or within about a week if made with non-dairy milk
For a thicker creamer, use more cream or add a small amount of condensed milk
For a flavored creamer, combine the base with your chosen flavor and sweetener, then store chilled