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15 Ways to Drink (and Eat!) Eggnog

Go beyond the classic cup.
Two slices of eggnog pie on dessert plates.
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  • Three glasses of eggnog from Gourmet magazine garnished with grated nutmeg.
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    Gourmet’s Classic Eggnog

    This classic recipe is from the December 1968 edition of Gourmet. It gets a real kick from both brandy and rum

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  • Scoops of ice cream in small white bowls assorted flavors including eggnog ice cream.
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    2/15

    Eggnog Ice Cream

    Serve this creamy, rich ice cream over warm gingerbread for the ultimate holiday dessert.

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  • Three glasses of coquito drinks garniched with cinnamon sticks.
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    Coquito

    This Puerto Rican version of eggnog is most definitely decadent—it's made with evaporated, condensed, and coconut milk.

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  • Three glass mugs of coffee flavored eggnog.
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    4/15

    No-Sleep-Till-Santa Eggnog

    A touch of coffee balances the flavor of this modern spin on eggnog.

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  • Two slices of eggnog pie on dessert plates.
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    5/15

    Eggnog Pie

    This eggnog pie recipe appeared as a part of Gourmet’s 1975 Thanksgiving menu.

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  • Three Irish coffee glasses of tea flavored eggnog.
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    6/15

    Fireplace Eggnog

    This modern eggnog recipe adds a vanilla bean and a smoky tea to the classic formula, evoking that yuletide feeling without drifting into Christmas spice.

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    7/15

    Cranberry Eggnog Tart

    A layer of cranberry jam on the bottom and top helps cut the richness of this festive cheesecake.

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  • Photo of glasses of Ponche De Crema cocktails
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    8/15

    Ponche a Crème

    This traditional Trinidadian cocktail sings with the island’s most beloved ingredients and flavors. White rum meets citrus, spice, and creamy dairy—don’t skip the nutmeg on top.

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  • Photo of a creamy milk punch for Christmas in glasses with a pitcher alongside and a plate of cookies.
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    9/15

    Mike's Milk Punch

    Try this frothy, creamy cocktail instead of eggnog to kick off your Christmas festivities.

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    10/15

    Eggnog Flan on Cinnamon Crust

    Rum-spiked whipped cream is what helps put this unique twist on flan over the top.

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  • Overhead view of a cup of Hot White Russian topped with whipped cream and a cookie on the side.
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    11/15

    Hot White Russian

    This steaming version of the classic vodka, cream, and coffee cocktail is especially appealing in winter.

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    12/15

    Spiced Apple Cake with Eggnog Sauce

    Not only is this one-bowl cake easy to make, store-bought eggnog is used for the creamy sauce.

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  • Brandy cocktail
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    13/15

    Brandy Alexander II

    If you don’t want to commit to making a batch of the real stuff, this classic cocktail with brandy, crème de cacao, and heavy cream is a good substitute.

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    14/15

    Tiramisu Eggnog Trifle

    You'll want to make this stunner of a dessert a day ahead of time to let all the flavors soak and meld together.

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    15/15

    Cashew Nut Nog

    Classic eggnog is great and all but this cashew and coconut milk rendition might just be your new favorite.

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