Vanilla Nut Nog Raw Foods
Creamy, indulgent, and entirely plant-based, Vanilla Nut Nog Raw Foods is a festive twist on a classic holiday drink. This easy, no-cook recipe combines the richness of soaked raw cashews with the natural sweetness of Medjool dates, creating a velvety texture that's infused with aromatic vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Perfect for anyone following a raw or vegan lifestyle, this nog skips the dairy while delivering all the cozy, spiced flavors you crave. Ready in just 10 minutes (after soaking) and free of refined sugars, it’s a guilt-free treat that’s as delightful for a holiday gathering as it is for a quiet evening at home. Serve it chilled over ice for a refreshing finish, and don’t forget a sprinkle of cinnamon to top it off! Keywords: raw vegan nog, nut-based holiday drink, dairy-free eggnog alternative, healthy festive drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 3 cups Filtered water
- 4 pieces Medjool dates (pitted)
- 1 piece (or 1 teaspoon extract) Vanilla bean (or pure vanilla extract)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch Sea salt
- 1 cup Ice cubes (optional, for serving)
Instructions
1. Soak the raw cashews in filtered water for 4-6 hours or overnight to soften them for blending. Once soaked, drain and rinse the cashews.
2. Add the soaked cashews, fresh filtered water, pitted Medjool dates, vanilla bean (scraped or extract), ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt to a high-speed blender.
3. Blend the mixture on high for 2-3 minutes or until completely smooth and creamy. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides if needed.
4. Taste the nog and adjust the sweetness if necessary by adding another date or a touch of maple syrup.
5. If you prefer your Vanilla Nut Nog chilled, blend in ice cubes or serve it over ice.
6. Pour the nog into glasses, sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for garnish, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1071 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.6 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 156 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.8 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1622 mg | 35% | |
*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.
