Celebrate the holidays with traditional eggnog made without milk. This dairy free eggnog is extra creamy and satisfying. You won't even miss the cream. Spike it with your favorite liquor to make it a cocktail or serve as-is for an alcohol free treat.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time5 minutesmins
Total Time10 minutesmins
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: almond milk eggnog, dairy free eggnog, easy eggnog recipe, how to make eggnog from scratch
Servings: 16servings
Calories: 160kcal
Author: Melissa Belanger
Ingredients
2/3cupsugar
6large eggs yolk
2cupsunsweetened dairy free milk
1 1/2cupdairy free heavy whipping cream
1/4teaspoonvanilla extract
1/2 - 1 1/2cupsbrandybourbon or rum (optional)
1/4teaspoonground nutmegoptional
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, whisk the sugar and egg yolks together until smooth. Set aside.
In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of dairy free milk to a strong simmer (not quite boiling). Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture while whisking vigorously until combined.
Add egg mixture to saucepan with remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer and cook, while whisking continuously, until mixture reaches 160˚F. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
We used almond milk for this recipe, if you want a nut free option try using oat milk.