Dairy Free Eggnog

mug with fresh ground nutmeg and cinnamon sticks

3.90 from 10 votes

A glass of chilled dairy free eggnog is equally refreshing and cozy. This thick and creamy holiday drink is the perfect night cap spiked with brandy, bourbon or rum and topped with fresh ground nutmeg.

Cook Time10

Chill Time2

Total Time2 10

Course: Cocktail, Drink

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Keyword: coconut milk, eggnog

Servings: cups

Author: Molly Thompson

Ingredients

2 (13.5 ounce) cans full fat coconut milk (about 3 cups)
1 1/2 cups dairy free milk any kind
6 large egg yolks
1/2 cup coconut sugar or white sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg plus more to top
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 vanilla bean pod split with the beans scraped out (or 1 teaspoon vanilla)
Dark rum for serving optional

Instructions

Whisk together the dairy free milk and coconut milk in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and and bring to a gentle boil.
While the milk is heating, whisk together the egg yolks and coconut sugar until combined in a large bowl.
Pour a small amount of the warm milk into the egg mixture, whisking continuously. Repeat with more milk gradually until the milk mixture and egg mixture are combined. This is known as tempering, and slowly increases the temperature of the eggs so they don't curdle.
Pour the eggnog back into the saucepan and add the cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla. Heat over medium-low until it reaches a temperature of 160°F and the mixture coats the back of a spoon.
Strain the dairy-free eggnog through a fine mesh sieve to remove any small bits of cooked egg that may have formed. Allow the eggnog to cool to room temperature. Transfer it to a pitcher, cover and refrigerate until chilled (2-3 hours) or overnight.
The eggnog will continue to thicken as it chills. Stir in more non-dairy milk until it reaches your desired consistency. Spike with dark rum if desired and top with nutmeg.

Notes

Storage instructions: Store in the fridge, covered, for up to 5 days.

To serve warm: heat on medium-low in a saucepan until heated through.

*Nutrition information does not include alcohol.

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