Do you love the flavors of the holiday season, but not the way you feel after indulging in heavy sugary treats loaded with dairy? If you’re guilty (like me! GASP!) of purchasing eggnog in a carton, you might be aware that they are still highly processed and loaded with sugar.(Yes, EVEN IF it’s the soymilk, almond milk or coconut milk kind.)
But you’re in luck! I created my own version that is so rich, creamy and comforting it’s hard to believe it’s healthy, too!
I hope you enjoy! Happy Holidays!
Serves 2 (10 ounce low ball glasses)
Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 5.5 oz can (full fat) coconut milk
- ½ frozen banana
- 1 pitted medjool date
- ¼ avocado
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ plus 1/8 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of ground cloves
- Optional Festiveness: Bourbon or Rum!
Directions
Chill coconut milk either overnight in the fridge or in the freezer for about 30- 45 minutes (until solid).
Place all of the ingredients into the blender.
Blend until smooth.
Garnish with sprinkled cinnamon and nutmeg.
Serve immediately.
About the Author: Abby Phon is a Certified Holistic Health Coach. She leads corporate workshops on nutrition and lifestyle, conducts food tours, cooking demonstrations and offers individual health and nutrition coaching around the world. She is also a certified Shiatsu practitioner, a licensed massage therapist, an AFAA nationally certified group fitness instructor, an IntenSati Leader and a certified Oneness Blessing (Deeksha) Giver. Website: feedyourmindbodyspirit.com
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It looks so delicious! I would like to try this awesome recipe soon. Thank You for sharing your own version 🙂
Hi Fiona – Let us know how you like it! Happy holidays!
Mmmmm. Sounds great, Abb. I recall reading that typical eggnog has like 800 calories or something. But if you can drink yours and still keep your amazing body then I guess I’ll try making it for my family’s Pittsburgh, Pa. new years extravaganza! thanks.
Can you give the “label” info, pls? Thnx!