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How To Make Haitian Kremas

Similar to the eggnog but without the eggs, Haitian Kremas / Cremas is a perfect twist on a classic holiday drink.
Course Desserts, Drinks
Cuisine Haitian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings 25 Servings

Equipment

  • Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 1 Can 12 Oz. Carnation Milk
  • 1 Can 14 Oz. Condensed Milk
  • 1 Can 13 FL Oz. Unsweetened Coconut Milk Plus 1 Cup
  • 2 Cinnamon Sticks
  • 5 Star Anise
  • 1 Tsp. Nutmeg
  • 2 Cans 22 Oz. (Each) Cream Of Coconut
  • 2 Tsp. Vanilla Extract
  • 1 Tsp. Almond Extract
  • 1 Cup White Sugar
  • pinch of Salt
  • 1 Lime; Zest is optional
  • 1 Cup Haitian Rum

Instructions

  • To begin, from start to finish over low heat, start by adding the Carnation milk. Then add in the coconut milk while stirring to combine. Continue stirring until the coconut milk has dissolved completely. Then add in the Cream Of Coconut Milk and Condensed Milk. Continue stirring in a circular motion until completely dissolved.
    Step 1-4 To make Haitian Kremas
  • Next, add in the sugar, cinnamon, star anise, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Continue stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved.
    Once you have added all of the ingredients, allow the Kremas to heat through. DO NOT bring it to boil as this will cause your Kremas to burn at the bottom of the saucepan and not thicken when the lime is added.
    Continue to heat through over low heat for about 45 minutes to 1 hour; stirring in a circular motion often.
    Next, use a sieve to strain the Kremas. Allow the Kremas to sit and cool for 4 to 6 hours but best overnight.
    After straining and allowing the drink to completely cool. Squeeze fresh lime juice in the drink while stirringYou may also zest the lime before adding in the juice. This is completely optional.
    Lastly add the rum or vodka. When you are done, transfer the drink in a bottle. Refrigerate and enjoy as desired. 
    Step 5-7 to make Kremas

Notes

Put your milk in a saucepan over low heat and watch it to make sure it does not boil. Remember: low and slow. 
To further infuse the spices, you’ll let your mixture sit for at least 3 hours or overnight.
Rum is optional in Haitian kremas, and it is to be added at the very end of the recipe. 
Opened bottled Haitian kremas can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 12 months. If you’re unsure whether to drink it, check to see if it is carbonated. If it has, do not drink it.  Remember Kremas does naturally separate. Shake it well and serve it exactly how you did the first time, and enjoy!
 
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Calories are estimated per serving. 
 
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