Homemade French Vanilla Cappuccino Mix

Recipe By : Michelle McCowan

4.67 from 3 votes

Full of rich and robust flavour with an uplifting blend of vanilla, this Homemade French Vanilla Cappuccino Mix is a delicious alternative to coffee! Plus, this instant mix is free of dairy, refined sugar and artificial flavours.

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Prep Time 3

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 3

Dietary GF, Nut Free, Oil Free, Soy Free, Vegan

Season(s) Autumn, Spring, Winter

Difficulty Moderate

Yield 6 Drinks / 12 TBSP

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet (or Oven-Safe Dish)
Blender (or Mortar and Pestle)
Airtight Jar or Container (Glass)

Ingredients

▢ ½ cup Roasted Dandelion Root Powder
▢ 2 Vanilla Beans (I used Java Sisters Gourmet Tahitian)
▢ 2 tablespoon Cacao Powder
▢ 2 tablespoon Coconut Sugar
▢ 1 teaspoon Coconut Milk Powder

Instructions

To make homemade vanilla powder, the vanilla beans first need to be dried. You can do this naturally or in the oven.
To dry them naturally, leave them in an open jar or on a herb drying rack in a well-ventilated area for 1 to 2 weeks.
Drying them in the oven is a much quicker option. First, preheat your oven to the lowest temperature, either 100°F or 200°F.
Next, place the fresh vanilla beans on a baking sheet or in an oven-safe dish.
The cook time can vary depending on how fresh the vanilla beans are.
If the vanilla beans are very moist and your oven is set 100° F, you will want to bake the vanilla beans for 1.5 to 2 hours. Alternatively, if they are on the drier side or your oven is set to 200° F, you'll want to bake them for 1 to 1.5 hours. If the vanilla beans are older and are already starting to dry out, you may want to check them after 30 to 45 minutes.
Once the vanilla beans are dried, the tips should easily snap right off.
Once the vanilla beans are dried and cooled, place them into a blender or a small food processor. A small smoothie blender works great for small batches like this. Blitz the vanilla beans for about 1 minute, or until they have turned into a fine powder. Alternatively, you can use a mortar and pestle to grind your dried vanilla beans.
To make the instant French Vanilla Cappuccino Mix, measure the roasted dandelion root powder, cacao powder, vanilla powder, coconut sugar and coconut milk powder into a bowl and mix until well combined. You can also blend them together in a small smoothie blender. Blending can break up any clumps and create a finer powder. It also helps to combine vanilla more evenly with the other ingredients.
Once all the ingredients are mixed or blended, store in an airtight glass jar or container for 3 - 6 months.
To use your homemade instant French Vanilla Cappuccino Mix, add 2 tablespoons to a 350ml (11oz) mug. Add a splash of milk or hot water to create a paste. Next, stir in warmed milk (I like using tigernut, almond or coconut milk) and mix well.
To enjoy it black, you can also use hot water with no milk.

Notes

Add more coconut sugar to taste if you prefer your cappuccinos on the sweeter side.

Make it extra frothy by using a frother or blending for about 30 seconds. For an extra treat, you can also sprinkle some more cacao powder, ground cinnamon or vanilla on top!

Use as a baking ingredient! This Cappuccino Mix can be used for more than just a warm, cozy drink! You can also use it to make French vanilla-flavoured sweet treats and baked goodies. It can also be used as a substitute for many recipes that call for instant coffee.

Use fresh ingredients, especially coconut milk powder, to ensure the longest shelf life. Do this by checking the expiration date on each of the ingredients.

Store in a glass jar or container for the freshest flavour, as plastic can leach undesirable flavours and toxins.

Coffee substitute blends can be used in place of the roasted dandelion root powder.

Organic instant coffee can be used in place of the roasted dandelion root powder if you do not need your cappuccino mix to be caffeine-free.

Carob powder can be used as a substitute for cacao powder.

Mushroom powders, such as chaga, reishi, or lion's mane, can be added for a nutritional boost.

Nutrition

Total Servings : tablespoon