Vegan Spice Nog
This vegan eggnog, also known as Vegan Spice Nog, is a delightful dairy-free alternative to traditional eggnog. With the rich and creamy combination of dates, cashews, coconut milk, and warming spices, it offers a luscious and festive sip for the holiday season.
Vegan Spice Nog
A creamy and dairy-free alternative to traditional eggnog, Vegan Spice Nog offers a rich blend of dates, cashews, and coconut milk, infused with warming spices.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Ingredients
- 1 pitted Medjool date
- 2 tbsp raw cashews
- 3/4 cup water, plus more for soaking
- 2 oz canned full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1/2 oz bourbon or rum (optional)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- A pinch of grated fresh nutmeg
- A pinch of kosher salt
- Dairy-free whipped topping, for serving
Instructions
- Soak the date and cashews in at least 2" water in a resealable container for at least 4 hours or up to 12 hours.
- Drain and rinse the soaked dates and cashews. Transfer them to a high-powered blender.
- Add coconut milk, maple syrup, bourbon (if using), vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and 3/4 cup water to the blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the eggnog to a resealable jar or airtight container. Refrigerate until thickened and cold for at least 2 hours and up to 3 days.
- Serve cold, shake before serving if mixture has separated, and top with dairy-free whipping cream.