Just because you want to be a little bit healthy doesn’t mean you cannot indulge in holiday goodness.
I don’t know about you, but I try to balance my sugar cookies with some healthier fare this time of year. I have already made 4 chocolate rolls, countless batches of candied pecans, many cups of hot chocolate and lots of other holiday treats. Just because you want to be a little bit healthy doesn’t mean you cannot indulge in holiday goodness.
My Eggnog Smoothies have all of the festive flavor, but none of the guilt. I find these smoothies are a great way to start a busy holiday morning. Frozen bananas, dates, lots of spices, almond or coconut milk, and a little dash of extract. These taste so much like the real thing; you would never guess that they are dairy-free. I topped mine with a touch of Truwhip and grated some extra nutmeg on top. It felt like a very special way to start my day.
What Does This Eggnog Smoothie Taste Like?
An eggnog smoothie is a creamy, rich, and indulgent drink that is made with eggnog as the base. Eggnog is a traditional holiday drink that is made with eggs, milk, sugar, and spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. It has a refreshing, smooth consistency, with a subtle eggy flavor and a hint of warmth from the spices.
Festive Eggnog Smoothies (Christmas Smoothie)
Ingredients
- 3 cups coconut milk
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 frozen banana
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 pitted dates
Instructions
- Add everything to the blender.
- Run until smooth.
- Top with non-dairy whipped cream and grate nutmeg over top.
What substitute for coconut milk would I use to make an eggnog smoothie?
I’d usually go with almond milk—it is creamy and has a mild flavor, works well with eggnog.