The Best Easy Vegan Eggnog!
Vegan eggnog - Creamy, luscious and healthy holiday drink with a rich, creamy flavor. grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free and amazing! The cashews, dates, and spices give this eggless eggnog an amazing authentic taste. Try adding a bit of liquor for a festive Christmas beverage!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup raw unsalted cashews
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 4 pitted Medjool dates
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (plus more for sprinkling)
- pinch ground cloves
- pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
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Gather and measure all ingredients.
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Place the cashews in a bowl and cover with boiling/very hot water and set aside to soak for 10 minutes. Rinse and drain and place in the blender.
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Place the dates in a bowl and cover with boiling/very hot water and let soak for 5-10 minutes. Drain and remove the pits. Place in the blender.
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Add the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, pinch of cloves and sea salt to the blender and blend for about a minute or two until combined and creamy.
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Add extra liquid (saved "date water", water, almond milk) to get desired consistency.
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Pour into glasses and garnish with a sprinkling of ground nutmeg or cinnamon.
Recipe Notes
Tips and Substitutions:
- May substitute the almond milk for another dairy-free, vegan milk (e.g. coconut milk).
- Substitute regular pitted dates for the Medjool dates. Soak as per the instructions.
- Enjoy this drink warm or cold. If serving cold, place in the refrigerator for about one hour prior to serving.
- Garnish with cinnamon sticks, freshly ground nutmeg or cinnamon, or pomegranate seeds.
- Make ahead option - make a few hours before serving.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.