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    Vegan Eggnog with Cinnamon Whiskey

    Published: Dec 2, 2015 · Modified: Jan 11, 2022 by Margaret · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 13 Comments

    A healthier version of a decadent holiday beverage - this vegan eggnog recipe features coconut milk, cashews, dates, and maple syrup in the place of eggs, cream, and sugar for a delicious treat.

    Vegan Eggnog with Cinnamon Whiskey - a creamy sweet and spicy plant-based recipe that's just as tasty as the real thing! | VeggiePrimer.com
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    • A Special Treat
    • Cinnamon Whiskey
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    A Special Treat

    Let’s be clear. While this vegan eggnog avoids animal protein and raw eggs, it’s still loaded with fat and natural sugar. This is the stuff that makes it delicious. But you’ll want to pace yourself!

    I LOVE eggnog. Back in the day my husband would keep me well supplied between Thanksgiving and Christmas. He’d pick up a carton on his way home from work and I’d enjoy a glass (or two) nearly every evening. I thought I was being good drinking the light version. In hindsight, my “light” eggnog habit definitely contributed to my expanding waistline.

    Now I limit my indulgence to special occasions. I’ll have some of this vegan eggnog on Christmas Eve. But don’t imagine I let this batch go to waste. YUM!

    Vegan Eggnog with Cinnamon Whiskey - a creamy sweet and spicy plant-based recipe that's just as tasty as the real thing! | VeggiePrimer.com

    I sorely missed eggnog the first holiday season after I switch to a plant-based diet. I tried a carton of “rice nog” but it was as disappointing as the name suggests. It took me a couple of years to try making my own plant-based version. Happily, the results were much more satisfying!

    This vegan eggnog is:

    • Sweet
    • Creamy
    • Spicy

    Cinnamon Whiskey

    Vegan Eggnog with Cinnamon Whiskey - a creamy sweet and spicy plant-based recipe that's just as tasty as the real thing! | VeggiePrimer.com

    Eggnog is traditionally spiked with rum. I’m not particularly fond of rum.

    Cinnamon whiskey, however, is a guilty pleasure I enjoy on occasion. If you are concerned with the ingredients in the popular Fireball brand, you might want to explore other options, including making your own! I haven’t tried the DIY version—but I plan to!

    The spicy kick of cinnamon whiskey combined with the creamy sweetness of this vegan eggnog is especially pleasing. Enjoy!

    📖 Recipe

    Vegan Eggnog with Cinnamon Whiskey - a creamy sweet and spicy plant-based recipe that's just as tasty as the real thing! | VeggiePrimer.com
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    Vegan Eggnog with Cinnamon Whiskey

    This creamy, sweet and spicy plant-based recipe is just as tasty as the real thing!
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 5 minutes
    Servings 6

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups water plus additional water for soaking dates and cashews
    • 14 oz full fat coconut milk
    • 1 cup raw cashews
    • 8 Medjool dates pitted (to taste)
    • 1-2 Tbsp. maple syrup to taste
    • ¾ tsp. ground nutmeg
    • ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
    • ¼ tsp. fine sea salt (heaping)
    • ⅛ tsp. tumeric
    • 4 shots cinnamon whiskey optional

    Instructions

    • Soak cashews and dates in warm water for at least 4 hours - preferably overnight.
    • Drain cashews and dates and place in a high-speed blender with remaining ingredients (except cinnamon whiskey).
    • Begin blending on lowest setting and slowly turn up to highest setting.
    • Blend on high for approximately 1-2 minute or until fully blended and creamy.
    • Chill at least one hour before serving.
    • Add a shot of cinnamon whiskey to each glass when serving if desired.

    Notes

    Adjust the amount of dates and maple syrup to achieve your preferred level of sweetness.
    Prep time does not include the time it takes to soak the nuts and dates.
    Recipe makes between 5 and 6 cups. Serving size is 1 cup.
    Nutrition information is a rough estimate per serving and does not include the cinnamon whiskey. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 349kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 95mg | Potassium: 522mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 4mg
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Marla

      December 11, 2015 at 9:59 am

      Such a great looking cocktail!

      Reply
      • Margaret

        December 11, 2015 at 3:59 pm

        Thanks Marla! It's creamy and delicious! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Lisa

      September 10, 2016 at 8:47 am

      Would u suggest straining the blended mixture for a smoother feel? I don't have a super fancy blender.

      Reply
      • Margaret

        September 10, 2016 at 1:16 pm

        Hi Lisa - you could try straining the mixture. But first I'd try increasing the soaking and blending time.

        Reply
    3. fitfoodbyjessi

      December 23, 2016 at 5:35 pm

      I just made this with extra whiskey and water + Xanthan gum, can't wait to try it!!

      Reply
      • Margaret

        December 26, 2016 at 11:09 am

        Hope you enjoyed it! 🙂

        Reply
    4. annabanana2015

      December 23, 2016 at 6:44 pm

      So, I ran the ingredients list through CalorieKing.com. If this recipe, in fact, serves 4 as stated it's a good thing you don't post nutritional data because each serving is AT LEAST 775 calories!! Wow, ignorance is surely bliss...

      Reply
      • Margaret

        January 01, 2017 at 1:51 pm

        Thanks for sharing. Indeed - you do want to limit this to an occasional treat. 🙂

        Reply
      • Margaret

        December 18, 2021 at 6:45 pm

        Update - the recipe makes between 5-6 cups. So I have changed the number of servings to 6 and have provided nutrition information based on 1 cup servings without the added alcohol. So, while this is still a decadent treat, you can enjoy it once a year with less guilt. 😉

        Reply
    5. Marion

      November 26, 2017 at 1:29 am

      Is there a substitute for cashews you could suggest for those of use with but allergies?

      Reply
      • Margaret

        November 27, 2017 at 10:18 am

        I'm afraid I can't think of one without changing the entire recipe... Sorry.

        Reply
    6. Theresa

      February 19, 2020 at 3:18 pm

      3 stars
      Fireball isn't vegan friendly, unfortunately.

      Reply
      • Margaret

        February 19, 2020 at 6:35 pm

        Yes - that is unfortunate. This past holiday season I paired my nog with Cooper's Daughter Pumpkin Spiced Vodka - it was delicious!

        Reply

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