Keto Spice Eggnog

This homemade Keto Eggnog Recipe is a rich and creamy low-carb cocktail with the perfect amount of spice. It combines heavy cream, almond milk, egg yolks, vanilla, and nutmeg, and can be spiked with bourbon, rum, or brandy for an indulgent keto Christmas treat. Topped with fresh whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin spice, this cocktail is a delightful, guilt-free indulgence for the holiday season.

Keto Spice Eggnog

Rich and creamy low-carb eggnog with a hint of spice, perfect for a guilt-free holiday indulgence.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tsp golden monk fruit sweetener
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk
  • 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
  • pinch of sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • (rum, brandy, or bourbon), optional
  • fresh whipped cream, for serving
  • sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin spice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolk and sweetener until creamy.
  2. Heat the heavy cream, almond milk, nutmeg, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat until gently simmering, whisking frequently.
  3. Slowly temper the cream mixture into the egg and sugar mixture.
  4. Pour the combined mixture back into the saucepan and heat over low heat, whisking frequently, until it reaches 160°F.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract and alcohol, if using.
  6. Strain the eggnog through a fine mesh sieve into a jar with a lid and chill overnight.
  7. Top with fresh whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin spice before serving.