No Egg Eggnog
Indulge in the creamy decadence of holiday cheer with this easy "No Egg Eggnog" recipe — a rich, velvety twist on the classic festive drink that's perfect for anyone seeking an egg-free alternative. Made with your choice of dairy or plant-based milk, a splash of heavy cream (or coconut cream for a dairy-free option), and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this egg-free eggnog is a delectable treat that retains all the holiday magic. Thickened with cornstarch for a lusciously smooth texture, this recipe is simple to prepare in just 20 minutes, with no raw eggs needed. Want to kick it up a notch? Add a splash of bourbon, rum, or brandy for the ultimate holiday indulgence. Chill it to perfection, garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon, and serve up this creamy delight at your next celebration — guaranteed to please eggnog lovers and skeptics alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Milk (dairy or plant-based, e.g. almond or oat milk)
- 1 cup Heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free option)
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Optional: Bourbon, rum, or brandy
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Gradually add the milk to the saucepan, whisking constantly to ensure there are no lumps.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring frequently, until the mixture begins to thicken, about 8–10 minutes. Make sure it does not boil.
Once thickened, reduce the heat to low and carefully stir in the heavy cream (or coconut cream). Let it warm through for about 2 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If desired, add the optional alcohol at this stage.
Taste the mixture and adjust the sugar or spices as needed to suit your preferences.
Let the eggnog cool slightly before transferring it to a pitcher or container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill completely.
Before serving, give the eggnog a good stir. Pour into glasses and garnish with a pinch of ground nutmeg or cinnamon on top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.2 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.3 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 316 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 1063 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.1 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 1394 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1562 mg | 33% | |
*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.
