This Vegan Eggnog Non Alcoholic recipe is a creamy plant-based drink made with a delicious blend of cashew, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon, and coconut flavors in a cup. It's an easy drink recipe that can be served during holidays or any time of the day!
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What is Vegan Eggnog Non Alcoholic?
Traditionally, eggnog is made by whipping sugar and eggs, then stirring in milk and/or whipping cream, nutmeg, and bourbon, or spiced rum. It can be made on the stovetop, then cooled and combined with whipped egg white.
This non-alcoholic version, homemade vegan eggnog is super quick and easy to make and needs a few ingredients only. It tastes like rich dairy-free and sweet cashew milk that's subtly spiced.
It can be served with your favorite bread or desserts and can be taken any time you want!
Health Benefits of Cashews
- Help lose weight
- Prevents blood disease
- Improves heart health
- Prevents stroke
- Prevents or manages diabetes
- Protects the eye
- Good for the skin
- Source of dietary fibres
- Promotes healthy and shiny hair
Variations
Looking to jazz up your Vegan Eggnog recipe? Here are some creative variations to make your beverage truly unique:
- Classic - Stick to the traditional flavors of nutmeg, ground cloves, and vanilla extract to create a classic, creamy vegan eggnog that everyone will love.
- Spiced - Add a pinch of cardamom along with the ground nutmeg and cloves to give your nog a warm, aromatic twist.
- Gluten-Free - Use certified gluten-free oats or oat nog to ensure your eggnog is gluten-free without sacrificing its creamy texture.
Substitutions
Want to make some changes to our Vegan Eggnog Non-Alcoholic recipe? Here are some easy swaps you can make to customize your beverage:
- Cashew Alternatives - If you're allergic to cashews or just want to try something different, you can substitute them with almonds or macadamia nuts for a similar creamy texture.
- Dairy-Free Eggnog - If you're looking for a more traditional eggnog taste without the dairy, you can substitute the coconut milk and cream with your favorite plant-based milks like almond milk or oat milk.
- Sweeteners - Instead of granulated sugar, you can use agave syrup or maple syrup to sweeten your nog. Adjust the quantity based on your preferred sweetness level.
Storage
Got leftovers? No worries! Here's how you can store your Vegan Eggnog Non-Alcoholic to enjoy later:
- Refrigerator - Pour any remaining eggnog into a mason jar or an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezing - If you want to keep it for longer, you can freeze your eggnog in ice cube trays and use them later to make smoothies or as a base for other desserts.
Ingredients
Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:
- coconut milk
- coconut cream
- raw cashew
- granulated sugar
- vanilla extract
- ground cinnamon
- nutmeg
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
In a blender, add all the ingredients and blend until smooth:
Bring a medium-size pot to medium heat and add the blended ingredients. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low. Make sure to keep whisking, so it doesn’t get lumpy, cook for about 10 minutes. Set aside and let cool off.
Once cooled off, blend again and then pour through a strainer, to remove all lumps:
Serve cold and enjoy!
⭐ Top Tips
- In making your own dairy-free milk, soak nuts of choice overnight in cool water or cover with hot water and soak for 1 hour. Then drain, rinse well, and add to a high-speed blender along with the desired amount of filtered water.
- You can sweeten this drink naturally by using maple syrup, coconut sugar, or honey.
- Feel free to use almond milk, canned coconut milk, soy milk, or any non dairy milk in this recipe.
- You can top this drink with a cinnamon stick or ground nutmeg.
- Blend the ingredients on high until creamy and smooth. Then taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more spices or sweeteners to your liking.
- Serve and enjoy this drink cold, over ice, or hot by heating over medium heat until warm.
- Feel free to serve as is or with coconut whipped cream and a pinch more cinnamon or nutmeg.
Frequently Asked Questions
Vegan Eggnog (Non Alcoholic)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup coconut milk
- ½ cup coconut cream
- ¼ cup raw cashew
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- In a blender, add all the ingredients and blend until smooth.
- In a medium-size pot over medium heat and add the blended ingredients and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Make sure to keep whisking, so it doesn’t get lumpy, cook for about 10 minutes. Set aside and let cool off.
- Once cooled off, blend again and then pour through a strainer, to remove all lumps.
- Serve cold and enjoy!
Julio says
Wow, this vegan eggnog recipe looks amazing! Can't wait to try it for the holidays.
Jakey L says
It's really important to pour through a strainer or even a nut bag. It will taste much better.