How to Use Superfood Creamer in Hot and Cold Drinks
By Laird Superfood - Sustained Energy From Real Food | Published: 2026-10-18
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to mix Laird Superfood Creamer into hot coffee, iced lattes, tea, and smoothies without clumping or losing flavor. Step-by-step guide for dairy-free creamer uses.
Quick answer
Use Laird Superfood Creamer in hot drinks by whisking it directly into brewed coffee or tea, and for cold drinks, blend it with a small amount of warm liquid first to prevent clumping.
Why temperature matters for superfood creamer
Superfood creamer is made from coconut milk powder and functional ingredients like adaptogens and mushrooms. These powders dissolve best when given a little heat, even if your final drink is cold. Skipping the warm pre-mix step is the most common reason for gritty or clumpy iced lattes.
For hot drinks, the heat of the coffee or tea does the work for you. For cold drinks, you need to create a smooth slurry first. This applies whether you are using the Original or Sweet & Creamy with Adaptogens Superfood Creamer.
How to use superfood creamer in any drink
- Hot coffee or tea: Add 1 tablespoon of superfood creamer directly to your mug, then pour 6–8 ounces of hot brewed coffee or tea over it. Stir vigorously for 10–15 seconds until fully dissolved. No blender needed. Common mistake: adding creamer to lukewarm coffee causes clumps. Make sure your drink is freshly brewed and piping hot.
- Iced latte or cold brew: In a separate small cup, combine 1 tablespoon of creamer with 2 tablespoons of hot water (not boiling, just warm tap water). Whisk or stir until smooth, then pour over ice and add your cold brew or milk of choice. Skipping the warm slurry step is the #1 reason for gritty iced drinks. The warm water pre-dissolves the coconut milk powder completely.
- Smoothies and shakes: Add 1 tablespoon of creamer directly into the blender with your other ingredients (banana, ice, milk alternative, etc.). Blend on high for 30 seconds. The blender action emulsifies the powder without any pre-mixing. If you are using a handheld frother instead of a blender, pre-mix the creamer with a splash of warm liquid first to avoid floating powder clumps.
- Matcha or turmeric lattes: Whisk 1 teaspoon of matcha powder or turmeric with 2 tablespoons of hot water until smooth. Then add 1 tablespoon of superfood creamer and whisk again. Top with steamed milk alternative. Do not dump all dry powders into hot milk at once. Layering the mixing steps prevents bitter clumps and ensures even sweetness.
Product spotlight
- Sweet & Creamy with Adaptogens Superfood Creamer®: Sweet & Creamy with Adaptogens Superfood Creamer combines Original Superfood Creamer with Chaga, Cordyceps, Lion’s Mane, and Maitake mushrooms. You get a creamy, slightly sweet base plus adaptogen benefits without tasting mushrooms, making it a versatile option for both hot coffee and iced matcha lattes.
Sweet & Creamy with Adaptogens Superfood Creamer®
