Healthy Er Eggnog
Indulge in the festive flavors of the season guilt-free with this Healthy Er Eggnog! This creamy, homemade eggnog is a lighter twist on the holiday classic, made with unsweetened almond milk, pure maple syrup, and a hint of coconut cream or Greek yogurt for extra richness—without the overload of heavy cream and refined sugar. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and a splash of vanilla for depth, this recipe offers all the comforting flavors you love in just 20 minutes of prep and cook time. Customize your holiday cheer with a splash of dark rum or bourbon for an optional boozy kick, or keep it alcohol-free for a family-friendly treat. Serve it chilled in elegant glasses, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a festive cinnamon stick for the perfect seasonal touch. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or simply want to cozy up at home, this healthier eggnog is sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 3 whole Large eggs
- 0.33 cup Pure maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened coconut cream or Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
- 0.25 cup Dark rum or bourbon (optional, for an alcoholic version)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the almond milk, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and cook while stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or whisk. Do not let the mixture boil, as this can cause the eggs to scramble.
After about 8-10 minutes, the mixture should thicken slightly and coat the back of the spoon. Remove from heat immediately.
If using coconut cream or Greek yogurt, whisk it into the warm mixture until smooth and creamy.
Optional: Strain the eggnog through a fine mesh sieve to remove any small lumps and achieve a silky texture.
Let the eggnog cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours (or until cold).
Before serving, stir in dark rum or bourbon if desired.
Serve cold in glasses, garnished with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg on top. Optionally, add a cinnamon stick for flair.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
860 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.5 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 1044 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.5 mcg | 52% | |
| Calcium | 1520 mg | 117% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 985 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
