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    Super Creamy Vegan Eggnog

    Dec 5, 2022 · 26 Comments

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    This easy vegan eggnog is thick, rich, creamy, sweet, lightly spiced, and requires just a handful of ingredients and a blender to prepare! It’s the perfect dairy-free eggnog for Christmas with a nut-free option also included!

    completed Super Creamy Vegan Eggnog in a glass alongside a jug of eggnog against a light surface

    I don’t know about you, but when the holidays come around, there are a few must-have recipes at all my gatherings (and a Wednesday evening treat). I turn to hot spiced apple cider or vegan hot cocoa on chilly evenings. However, for those times you want something rich and indulgent while chilled, this vegan eggnog (featured in my recipe book, The Friendly Vegan Cookbook) is a must-try!

    What Is Eggnog?

    Eggnog (also called ‘milk punch’) is a popular chilled Christmas beverage enjoyed across several European countries, the United States, and America.

    Traditionally, eggnog is a sweet, rich, and creamy dairy-based drink made with milk/cream, eggs, sugar, warming spices (like nutmeg and often cinnamon), and often vanilla.

    Rich and Creamy Egg-free, Dairy-free Eggnog

    Unfortunately, all the dairy means this classic treat definitely isn’t vegan-friendly. Luckily, you can make non-dairy eggnog that’s wonderfully sweet, creamy, and warmly spiced with none of the dairy or eggs.

    A combination of blended cashews (or silken tofu), coconut cream, and dairy-free milk perfectly mimic the rich flavor and consistency with absolutely no dairy or eggs!

    Best of all, you can prepare this homemade vegan eggnog recipe in as little as 10 minutes (after soaking the cashews overnight) with no cooking required. It's perfect for impressing at potlucks and parties!

    The Ingredients

    This dairy-free eggnog recipe relies on just 5 ingredients and 4 spices for the perfect blend of flavor and texture.

    ingredients for Super Creamy Vegan Eggnog measured out against a white surface
    • Cashews: You’ll blend soaked cashews into a smooth cream and make a super creamy base to replace the eggs in a traditional easy eggnog recipe. Read FAQs for a nut-free version.
    • Coconut cream: Use full-fat coconut cream for the creamiest results.
    • Dairy-free milk: I often use soy milk, but oat milk or almond milk eggnog tastes delicious.
    • Sugar: I used cane sugar. If you’d prefer unrefined sugar, coconut sugar or maple syrup work (or blend the mixture with soaked dates for natural sweetness). You could even use a sugar alternative like erythritol/Swerve.
    • Vanilla: Use natural vanilla for the best flavor. Vanilla paste or the seeds from 1 vanilla pod would work, too.
    • Spices: For a delicious warming spice blend, I recommend using cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, and ground cardamom.

    If you don’t have all the spices, I recommend at least using cinnamon and nutmeg.

    What Else Goes In Eggnog?

    • Rum extract: If you want the flavor without alcohol, try adding rum extract to the vegan nog.
    • Vegan chocolate eggnog: Add unsweetened cocoa powder or melt vegan semi-sweet chocolate into the egg-free eggnog. Enjoy it warm for eggnog hot cocoa.
    • Salted caramel: Drizzle your cups with vegan salted caramel and/or stir some directly into the dairy-free eggnog.
    • Ginger: For gingerbread eggnog, add a pinch of ground ginger and use brown sugar as a sweetener.
    • Espresso: Coffee and eggnog make for the most delicious eggnog latte.
    • Turmeric: A tiny pinch of turmeric will give the eggless eggnog a yellowish color, similar to the egg version.

    How to Make The Best Vegan Eggnog?

    Follow three simple steps to prepare this easy creamy vegan eggnog recipe.

    • 1) First, soak the cashews in a bowl with the water overnight (or for at least 4 hours). Then drain the water.
    • 2) Transfer the soaked cashews to the blender with the coconut cream, plant-based milk, sugar, vanilla, and spices, and blend until smooth and creamy.
    ingredients for Super Creamy Vegan Eggnog measured out against a white surface
    process of adding ingredients for eggnog in a blender
    process shot post blending ingredients in blender
    • 3) Finally, transfer the eggless eggnog to the fridge and chill for at least 2-3 hours, then stir well and serve.

    Optionally, garnish the non-dairy eggnog with a sprinkle of nutmeg and/or cinnamon, a cinnamon stick, some vegan whipped cream, and/or a swirl of orange peel.

    FAQs

    What does eggnog taste like?

    Eggnog has a sweet, warming, creamy nutmeg-vanilla flavor—like melted vanilla ice cream. The dairy version has a rich custardy consistency because of the eggs in the recipe (and many of the same ingredients as ice cream).

    In comparison, this egg-free eggnog is slightly less custardy but still super creamy and delicious.

    Are there eggs in eggnog?

    Traditionally, yes. Eggnog contains eggs with milk and/or cream. However, this recipe is for delicious eggless eggnog made 100% vegan with dairy-free milk.

    Can I make this vegan eggnog nut-free?

    To mimic the thickness of regular eggnog without cashew cream, I recommend using silken tofu instead. This will blend into a custardy consistency and has a fairly neutral flavor. I recommend using about ½ cup of silken tofu.

    There is also the option to use sweetened condensed coconut milk and adjust the other added sugar accordingly. However, this version is thinner than I’d like.

    Top Recipe Tips and Notes

    • Adjust the sweetness: Eggnog is naturally extremely sweet. However, when making homemade vegan eggnog, you can sweeten it to taste.
    • For the creamiest results: Use creamy dairy-free milk, like oat milk. Barista-style dairy-free milk/creamer will work well.
    • Blend it enough: It will take some time to blend the cashews until smooth. Give your machine breaks if needed, scraping the sides.
    • Enjoy warm or chilled: I prefer chilled, but you can technically enjoy it warm or with other warmer drinks, like an eggnog latte or hot cocoa.
    completed Super Creamy Vegan Eggnog in a glass alongside a jug of eggnog against a light surface

    Storage Instructions

    Store: You can store any leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Shake/stir well before serving.

    If you want to serve the non-dairy eggnog warm, I like to reheat it gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat.

    Can You Freeze Eggnog?

    You can technically freeze this dairy-free eggnog for up to three months in Ziplock/Stasher bags or ice cube trays. However, it may separate slightly or be grainy upon thawing, so it will probably need to be re-blended until smooth.

    More Fall/Winter Recipes

    • Instant Pot vegetable barley soup
    • Healthy apple pie baked apples
    • Easy vegan pumpkin muffins
    • Garlic herb roasted vegetables
    • Mixed bean and vegetable stew
    • Instant Pot garlic mashed potatoes
    • Instant Pot navy bean soup

    If you try this creamy vegan eggnog recipe (eggless eggnog), I’d love to know what you think in the comments below. I’d also really appreciate a recipe card rating!

    Photos by Alfonso Revilla

    completed Super Creamy Vegan Eggnog in a glass alongside a jug of eggnog against a light surface

    Super Creamy Vegan Eggnog

    This easy vegan eggnog is thick, rich, creamy, sweet, lightly spiced, and requires just a handful of ingredients and a blender to prepare! It’s the perfect dairy-free eggnog for Christmas!
    5 from 106 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 -6
    Calories 343 kcal

    Equipment

    • blender
    • measuring cups
    • measuring spoons

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup of cashews
    • 1 cup of water
    • 1 cup of full-fat coconut cream
    • 1 cup unsweetened plain soymilk
    • 2 ½ tablespoons of granulated cane sugar
    • 1 ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon of nutmeg
    • â…› teaspoon of ground cloves
    • â…› teaspoon of ground cardamom

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium bowl, soak the cashews in water overnight (or for at least 4 hours). After they’ve been soaked, drain the water.
    • In a blender, blend together the soaked cashews, coconut cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom.
    • Place the nog in the refrigerator and chill for 2 to 3 hours, stir, and serve cold.

    Notes

    • Adjust the sweetness: Eggnog is naturally extremely sweet. However, when making homemade vegan eggnog, you can sweeten it to taste.
    • For the creamiest results: Use creamy dairy-free milk, like oat milk. Barista-style dairy-free milk/creamer will work well.
    • Blend it enough: It will take some time to blend the cashews until smooth. Give your machine breaks if needed, scraping the sides.
    • Enjoy warm or chilled: I prefer chilled, but you can technically enjoy it warm or with other warmer drinks, like an eggnog latte or hot cocoa.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 343kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 7gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 381mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 127IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 96mgIron: 3mg
    Keyword christmas, dairy free, dairy free eggnog, egg free, eggless, eggnog, holiday drinks, holiday recipes, quick recipes, simple recipes, vegan, vegetarian
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    Disclaimer: Although foodsharingvegan.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, kindly note that these are only estimates. Nutritional information may be affected based on the product type, the brand that was purchased, and in other unforeseeable ways. Foodsharingvegan.com will not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting for your reliance on nutritional information. If you need to follow a specific caloric regimen, please consult your doctor first.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Liz says

      December 05, 2022 at 2:35 pm

      5 stars
      You'd never guess this was dairy free as it is super creamy and oh, so delicious!! Thanks for the terrific recipe!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 3:23 am

        Right?! It's not missing anything!

        Reply
    2. Tina says

      December 07, 2022 at 2:13 pm

      5 stars
      I love this vegan eggnog. It’s so easy to make!!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 3:23 am

        Same! Loved how simple it was to whip up too!

        Reply
    3. Nora says

      December 15, 2022 at 12:32 pm

      5 stars
      I am a huge eggnog fan and I love your vegan eggnog version! Very delicious!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 3:22 am

        Wohoo! So glad you enjoyed it! 🙂 It's a yummy one!

        Reply
    4. Mary says

      December 15, 2022 at 6:08 pm

      5 stars
      So nice to have a vegan option for a traditional dairy beverage. My friends will love it!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 3:22 am

        They so will! They won't even notice 🙂

        Reply
    5. Giangi says

      December 15, 2022 at 9:32 pm

      5 stars
      I would have never guessed it that it is dairy free. The flavor and richness of will tell you the opposite.
      Wonderful recipe and everyone enjoyed it.
      Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        December 19, 2022 at 5:35 am

        Yesss - the flavor was so spot on! So glad you and everyone enjoyed it!

        Reply
    6. Marcellina says

      December 15, 2022 at 10:28 pm

      5 stars
      I've finally found the eggnog recipe I want to make! Eggfree is really important to me so this one is on the Christmas menu!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 3:22 am

        Love to hear that! Hope you enjoyed it 🙂

        Reply
    7. Nancy says

      December 16, 2022 at 12:34 am

      5 stars
      Delicious eggnog. It was easy to make and best it was vegan

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 3:21 am

        So glad you enjoyed it!! So so good!

        Reply
    8. Priya says

      December 16, 2022 at 11:03 am

      5 stars
      So easy to make and absolutely delish. Totally love this.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        December 19, 2022 at 5:36 am

        Gotta love the ease of whipping it up!

        Reply
    9. Jacqui says

      December 21, 2022 at 11:57 pm

      5 stars
      Obsessed with these amazing recipe!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 3:21 am

        You and me both!

        Reply
    10. Jenn says

      December 22, 2022 at 5:19 am

      5 stars
      OMG SO decadent. Love it!

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 3:21 am

        So glad you enjoyed it! It's a delicious one!

        Reply
    11. Emily Flint says

      December 22, 2022 at 6:19 am

      5 stars
      I love all forms of eggnog and this one is amazing! Super creamy and delicious.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 3:20 am

        Right?! The creaminess is spot on!

        Reply
    12. Carrie says

      December 22, 2022 at 4:45 pm

      Thank you! I'm always looking for festive vegan recipes. I thought eggnog would be impossible! I can't wait to try this one.

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 2:54 am

        This one will certainly do the trick! Hope you enjoy it when you give it a go 🙂

        Reply
    13. Nicola says

      December 23, 2022 at 11:08 am

      5 stars
      I've been wanting a good vegan eggnog recipe for ages! thank you for this

      Reply
      • Andrea says

        January 09, 2023 at 2:52 am

        This is the one!! Hope you enjoy it 🙂

        Reply

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