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prep time
5 min
cook time
15 min
ready time
20 min
Best Keto Eggnog
This eggnog version is so warm and rich. I made it light on the spices so feel free to amp it up! It is very easy to make and dark liquors do not have carbs or any added sugars so they are ok to enjoy on the Keto diet, but adding bourbon is optional. We used freshly grated nutmeg, which is so much better than the pre-ground version.
What alcohol goes into eggnog?
Eggnog is traditionally made with bourbon or rum. Make sure to choose plain liquor (no flavored or spiced rums). However, you may include other light or dark spirits depending on your tastes and alcohol tolerance. If you like the subtle flavors of rum, use rum flavored extract instead of alcohol for a virgin recipe.
Flavoring a basic eggnog recipe
Remember, this is a simple Keto eggnog recipe that can be modified or added to. If you want to make the eggnog sweeter, add liquid stevia drops. You can add other spices or integrate any traditional family recipes. Other low-carb non-dairy milk includes coconut, soy, and oat milk.
Is this recipe vegan?
If you need this to be dairy-free replace the heavy cream with equal parts coconut milk or almond milk.
Please note, consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have increased susceptibility (i.e., elderly, children, pregnant women, immunocompromised individuals).
Net Carbs
3.1 g
Fiber
0.4 g
Total Carbs
39.5 g
Protein
6.2 g
Fats
29.4 g
337 cals
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Ingredients
Raw Egg, Yolk
6 large
The Ultimate Sugar Replacement Granular by Swerve
¾ cup
Cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon
Heavy Cream
1 cup
Nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon
Vanilla Extract
1-½ teaspoon
Bourbon
2 tablespoon
Almond Milk
2 cup
Spices Whole Cloves
1 x 3 cloves
Recipe Steps
steps 5
20 min
Step 1
Add the egg yolks and sweetener to a bowl. Beat together using a whisk until they become lighter in color.Step 2
In the meantime, combine the almond milk and spices together in a medium-sized saucepan. You want to choose a pan that is large enough to combine all the milk and the egg mixture together. Heat the milk until steamy, but not boiling.Step 3
Slowly whisk in the hot milk into the eggs to temper them. Then add the milk mixture back into the saucepan. Cook it on medium-low heat.Step 4
Continue cooking and stirring the milk constantly until the milk coats the back of a spatula. Do not let the milk boil or else all the eggnog will curdle!Step 5
Strain the eggnog to remove the spices. Add the vanilla and bourbon (optional). Serve hot with a sprinkling of spices!
Comments
RousingAvocado594142 2 years ago
Really tasty but extremely sweet! I will reduce to 1/2 cup sweetener or maybe less if I make it again. I used Erythritol & Monk Fruit sweeter (comes combined) and it was very sweet ( and I love sweet things)!
Gwedoguido 3 years ago
Excellent tasting egg nog!! I did a couple of things differently. I pasteurized my eggs ahead of time using my sous vide which is far easier than watching a boil on them. I also took the author's advice and probably tripled the spices. Finally in hindsight, like most American dishes, this came out far too sweet and in the future I will use maybe half a cup of the sugar replacement.
PropitiousKale924982 3 years ago
Just made this and never had hot egg nog. Omg it is better than store bought for me. I’m chilling some for tomorrow to try cold. Didn’t know dark liquor was carb and sugar free. Although I’ll Skip it because I love the sweet taste without it. Where have you and keto been all my life? Ha ha
Lesli 4 years ago
I was so upset that I wouldn’t be able to have egg nog during the Christmas season but this is so yummy! Not exactly like egg nog but certainly close enough.
Lashmead 4 years ago
Would it be possible to use coconut milk instead of almond milk?
Boston27 4 years ago
It says only 3 net carbs... But recommends 9 tsp of sugar per 7 oz serving At 3 or 4 carbs each tsp! Am I missing something?
Jackie 4 years ago
ZERO NET CARBS. The ingredients in Swerve do not affect blood sugar, so the carbohydrates it contains are considered non-impact. Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 tsp (4g) Servings 85 Calories 0 Total Fat 0g Total Saturated Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 0mg Total Carbs 4g Dietary Fiber 0g Sugars 0g Swerve 4g
MaryB 4 years ago
This sounds so good I’m going to have to try it!
Kyodie 5 years ago
I use coconut milk instead of cream.
Brenda 5 years ago
Hi how much different with it change if I use coconut milk?
Ginny 6 years ago
I see cloves in the strainer, but not in the recipe. Did you use cloves?
recipewriter 6 years ago
I am so sorry about that! I updated the recipe to include 3 cloves! Add more or less to your taste.
Amanda Rubenking 6 years ago
Has anyone made this and put it in the fridge to have cold eggnog?
Dawnalee 6 years ago
Yes all the time!
inthemtns57a3b9 6 years ago
YUM?
Candi 6 years ago
Do you use Almond milk and heavy cream together or one or the other?
recipewriter 6 years ago
I used both because I wanted to lower the carbs, but like the taste of cream. If you have an issue with dairy, please feel free to adjust the recipe and replace the cream 1:1 with almond milk. It will still be delicious!
Anonymous 6 years ago
Yes. Exchanging almond milk for the milk in this recipe will reduce the carbs tremendously. There are 24 carbs in 2C whole milk and only 3 carbs in the same amount of almond milk. you might consider cashew milk for this one as it is creamier.
recipewriter 6 years ago
Cashew milk would be a great substitute!
BethyBee 6 years ago
If I use almond milk will that reduce the carbs?
recipewriter 6 years ago
Yes! In fact, you bring up a good point. I adjusted the recipe.