Creamy Plant-based Holiday Eggnog — Cozy, Delicious & Nourishing

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Creamy Plant-based Eggnog

Makes 12-ounce serving ⬩ Ready in 5 minutes

Ingredients

1½ cups unsweetened, non-dairy milk
½ cup raw cashews, soaked for 2+ hours, OR 1 medium banana
4 Medjool dates, pitted
1 teaspoon ground flaxseed OR 1/4 tsp xanthan gum
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
splash of brandy or spirit of your choice (optional)

Instructions

Add the non-dairy milk, cashews, dates, flaxseed, vanilla, and nutmeg to a blender and blend until completely smooth.
If you like, add a splash of brandy or spirit of your choice.
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until completely smooth.
Chill in the refrigerator and be sure to stir before serving.

Chef's Notes

The rum can absolutely be easily left out, and it will still be delicious. The flaxseed, or xanthan gum, is added to give the nog that traditional eggnog-like consistency.

If you’re using a standard blender, and not a high-powered blender, then soak the cashews for 4-6 hours (discard the water), and add the dates to the non-dairy milk at least an hour before making. This will soften them and make for an easier blending and creamier eggnog.