Vegan Eggnog made with almond milk, coconut milk and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect drink for Christmas and holiday season.
Eggnog is a classic drink usually made during the holidays. It is traditionally made with milk or cream, sugar, raw eggs, some kind of alcohol and spices.
I am skeptical about raw eggs in any food. So, I decided to make my version egg-free and also alcohol-free without losing the flavor or the creamy texture.
This homemade vegan eggnog recipe is made with almond milk, coconut milk and ground soaked cashews. The combination of all these makes the drink thick, creamy and delectable.
Warm spices add required oomph and deliciousness to this Christmas beverage. Nutmeg gives the eggnog its characteristic taste, so make sure to use freshly grated nutmeg.
Make this vegan Christmas eggnog during the holiday season and enjoy!!
Why I love this recipe
- easy, no-cook recipe
- packed with holiday flavor
- perfect Christmas drink
- no worries about raw egg
- great to make eggnog pancakes
Ingredients
You need only plant based ingredients to make delicious vegan eggnog recipe:
- cashews
- dates - use the best quality that you can find. Medjool would be the best in this recipe
- almond milk - use unsweetened for the best flavor
- coconut milk - full fat makes it creamy and thick
- spices - ground cinnamon and ground nutmeg
- vanilla extract, maple syrup and salt
Instructions
Start by soaking cashews and pitted dates for at least 1 hour. Drain well.
In a blender, combine the drained cashews, dates with almond milk, coconut milk, spices, salt and vanilla. Blend until very smooth.
Strain to remove any bits or chunks of unground date pieces. Stir in maple syrup. Taste and adjust the spices. Chill for at least 2~3 hours before serving.
Enjoy with a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg.
Tips
- Use unsweetened almond milk.
- For the best taste and texture, use full fat coconut milk.
- The taste and texture of the drink improves as it sits in the fridge. So it is best to make it a few hours or at least day before serving.
- Make sure to taste the eggnog before chilling to adjust the spices to your liking.
- Stir well before serving.
- This vegan eggnog can be made at least 3 days in advance. Make sure to keep it chilled.
More delicious vegan holiday recipes to try
- Vegan Danish Aebleskivers
- St Lucia Buns
- No knead Swedish cardamom bread
- Vegan Banana Rabanada
- Vegan Bread Pudding with butterscotch sauce
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Vegan Eggnog with Almond Milk
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Cashews
- 5~6 Dates
- 1 cup Almond Milk
- ¼ cup Full fat Coconut Milk
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
- Pinch Salt
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- To taste Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Soak cashews and dates for at least 1 hour. Drain well.
- In a blender, combine the drained cashews, dates with almond milk, coconut milk, spices, salt and vanilla. Blend until very smooth.
- Strain to remove any bits of dates that are left behind and chill for at least 2~3 hours before serving.
- Enjoy with a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg.
Notes
- Use unsweetened almond milk.
- For the best taste and texture, use full fat coconut milk.
- The taste and texture of the drink improves as it sits in the fridge. So it is best to make it a few hours or at least day before serving.
- Make sure to taste the eggnog before chilling to adjust the spices to your liking.
- Stir well before serving.
- This vegan eggnog can be made at least 3 days in advance. Make sure to keep it chilled.
William Braylen
The occasions are drawing closer and you're in a hurry. What will you serve for an occasion dessert? This formula joins two occasion flavors - cinnamon and eggnog - is a delightful completion of any feast. You can make the cake days ahead and solidify it. http://www.mordocrosswords.com/2016/03/eggnog-spice.html