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Dairy-Free Eggnog

A lighter take on traditional eggnog made with almond and coconut milk and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. It's rich and creamy, dairy-free and can be served with or without alcohol for a delicious holiday treat!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 267 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups vanilla almond milk
  • 1 oz can regular coconut milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
  • pinch ground cloves
  • 3 eggs yolks
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • 2-3 oz rum, whiskey, brandy or bourbon optional
  • cinnamon sticks for serving

Instructions

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  1. Add almond milk, coconut milk, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves to a saucepan and heat over medium heat until simmering (not boiling).
  2. Meanwhile, place egg yolks and maple syrup in a blender and blend on low-medium speed for about 30 seconds minutes until mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Once milk is simmering, turn blender on low and slowly add milk mixture a little at a time. It’s important to add the milk slowly to temper the eggs so they don't curdle!
  4. Add eggnog mixture back to saucepan and heat over medium-low heat, whisking constantly until mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes. At this point the eggnog should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove from heat and let eggnog cool to room temperature. Transfer to a jar (I used a 32 oz mason jar), cover and refrigerate overnight or for a few hours until chilled.
  6. Serve chilled over a cube or two of ice with a sprinkle of cinnamon on top and a cinnamon stick. Add a splash of rum, whiskey or bourbon, if using.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1/4 recipe Calories 267kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Cholesterol 138mg (46%) Sodium 131mg (5%) Potassium 103mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 19g (38%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 267

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/4 recipe
Calories 267kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 138mg 46%
Sodium 131mg 5%
Potassium 103mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 19g 38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.