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    Home » Our latest posts » Cold Drinks

    Dairy Free Eggnog So Everyone Can Enjoy

    December 20, 2020 Filed Under: Cold Drinks, Drinks, Drinks with Alcohol, Drinks without Alcohol

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    Here's an easy dairy free eggnog recipe with vegan options so everyone can partake. Keep it family friendly or lace it with some brandy or rum for the adults.

    Do you or your guests need a dairy free eggnog for your holiday gathering? Try this easily adaptable recipe.

    mugs of eggnog and christmas decor with text overlay "Dairy Free Eggnog with vegan options"

    For me, the holiday season must include at least one carton of eggnog. I will drink it straight, with loads of freshly grated nutmeg, add it to my coffee and sometimes even bake with it (Eggnog Scones, anyone?)

    This version is not quite as thick as the ready made version which is made with cream. I know some people will find that idea preferable. It is also lower in fat, sugar and overall calories.

    What it isn't missing is the rich sweetly spiced taste. Mmmm!

    Eggnog Options

    While this recipe is delicious as is, here are a few ideas you can use to mix up the recipe:

    • use your favorite dairy free milk (or use dairy milk and cream)
    • sweeten with honey, maple syrup or ground dates
    • for a vegan alternative use a vegan egg substitute or a mushy banana (I haven't tried the banana, so I can't tell you how it tastes)
    • use rum extract instead of vanilla
    • mix with rum or brandy for the adults

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    Dairy Free Eggnog

    mugs of eggnog and christmas decor with text overlay "Dairy Free Eggnog with vegan options"
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    Ingredients
     

    • 4 cups dairy free milk (rice milk, almond milk, coconut milk, etc.)
    • 4 eggs (or vegan egg substitute)
    • ⅓ cup maple syrup (honey, sugar or other sweetener)
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla or rum flavored extract
    • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (plus more for garnish)

    Instructions
     

    • Whisk ingredients in a large sauce pan.
    • Heat over medium until the mixture reaches 140° F to kill the bacteria.
    • I like mine cold so I chill it at this point. But others like to serve it immediately. Sprinkle with additional nutmeg before serving.
    • Mix in rum, brandy, etc. before serving if desired.

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    Until next time, happy eating!
    ~Audrey

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Lori Hart

      December 20, 2016 at 10:28 am

      Looks like a perfect holiday drink!!

      Reply
      • Audrey

        December 22, 2016 at 1:07 pm

        Thanks, Lori.

    2. Wendy Klik

      December 20, 2016 at 11:58 am

      Very creative. Love eggnog.

      Reply
      • Audrey

        December 22, 2016 at 1:06 pm

        Thanks, Wendy. I am an eggnog lover too.

    3. Terri Oliver Steffes

      December 20, 2020 at 4:02 am

      We love using oat milk for this version. Super creamy!

      Reply
      • Audrey

        December 20, 2020 at 8:21 am

        I have never tried oat milk, but it sounds good. I'll have to look for it at the store next week.

    4. Sue Lau

      December 20, 2020 at 8:03 pm

      I might try this with the vegan eggs since I am having a hard time finding pasteurized eggs and now my daughter likes vegan foods. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    5. Albertina

      January 11, 2021 at 3:38 am

      I’ve been thinking to make eggnog for a while now. I think I’m going to try your recipe for eggnog as it looks so delicious!

      Reply

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