Creamy, dairy-free eggnog that is vegan and Paleo! It’s so easy – all the ingredients get whipped up in a blender! One sip and you’ll be in the holiday spirit! Add a splash of rum and turn on the holiday music!
I have tried several grocery store dairy-free eggnog drinks, but there were issues, so I stopped buying them.
Either the taste was off or I did not want to consume the particular ingredients that were necessary as preservatives.
This is a fresh, preservative-free and easy dairy-free eggnog recipe with no gut-irritating additives that tastes really good. Try it with a splash of rum for some fun!
Add a fun garnish of pomegranate seeds for holiday color. I have also added a sprinkle of ground nutmeg, but ground cinnamon would work as well.
How To Make Dairy-Free Eggnog:
Step 1 – Gather the ingredients.
Be sure to read the helpful tips further down the post.
Step 2 – Place all the ingredients in a blender.
Step 3 – Blend for several minutes until the ingredients are combined.
As you can see, I love to blend until the eggnog is nice and foamy!
Step 4 – Pour in a glass and garnish with a sprinkling of freshly grated ground nutmeg, or ground cinnamon. Add pomegranate seeds for festive holiday color, or a cinnamon stick or two.
This dairy-free eggnog is also delicious with a splash (or two) of rum!
Helpful Tips When Making Your Dairy-Free Eggnog:
- If you do not have frozen bananas (because of time, etc…), you can use a room temperature banana and just add about 4 ice cubes.
- This eggnog is best made and served right away, but can be made an hour ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve. You may want to re-blend again for texture.
- Another non-dairy milk may be substituted for unsweetened almond milk to make this beverage nut-free.
- Try blending all the ingredients except the maple syrup, and add at the end if you desire more sweetness.
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Happy Holidays!

Creamy, delicious dairy-free eggnog that is also vegan and Paleo! One sip and you'll be in the holiday spirit! Turn on holiday music and add a splash of rum to this beverage for a festive time! Soon to become your favorite super-easy holiday drink!
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/8 cup coconut milk (I use canned full fat)
- 1 frozen banana (cut in chunks)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (I like Ceylon Cinnamon)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- pinch ground cloves (optional)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional depending on your sweetness level)
- Splash of rum
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Place all ingredients in a blender and blend for a few minutes until completely combined and a little foamy and frothy.
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Garnish with sprinkled cinnamon or nutmeg. I have garnished with a few pomegranates for holiday color. Optional: add a splash of rum.
Helpful Tips When Making Your Dairy-Free Eggnog:
- If you do not have frozen bananas (because of time, etc...), you can use a room temperature banana and just add about 4 ice cubes.
- This eggnog is best made and served right away, but can be made an hour ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve. You may want to re-blend again for texture.
- Another non-dairy milk may be substituted for unsweetened almond milk to make this beverage nut-free.
- Try blending all the ingredients except the maple syrup, and add at the end if you desire more sweetness.
Update Notes: This post was originally published on December 21, 2015, but was republished with an updated recipe, new photos, step by step instructions and photos, recipe tips and a video in November 2018.
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Stephanie
Is there a substitute for the banana? My daughter is allergic
Christine
Hi Stephanie – Sorry, I have not tried a substitute for the banana.
Lindsey
A little chia seed might work to help thicken, and you’d probably want to add a little extra maple syrup for sweetness.
Christine
Thank you for your suggestions.
bjg
I love egg nog, but it is so rich and fattening that I tend to avoid it. This is a delicious alternative.
Christine
Thanks so much! Hope you love it!
Candice
Can I make this a day ahead and store it in the fridge or is it best to drink immediately?
Christine
Sorry for the delay Candice. This drink is best made and consumed immediately.