Eggnog Smoothie
This high protein eggnog smoothie is the perfect way to enjoy all the richness, creaminess, and spiced flavors of eggnog - without the any of the guilt!
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond & cashew milk (store-bought is fine but it's really easy to make - see below)
- 2 frozen bananas
- 4 dates (I love medjool dates for their creamy, caramel-like taste)
- ½ cup plain Greek yoghurt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (make sure it's vegan if you are!)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 egg* OR ½ cup pasturized liquid egg substitute (optional - read below about raw eggs)
- 2 tablespoons alcohol OR rum flavoring (optional)
- sprinkle nutmeg & cinnamon, extra (to garnish)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients (except garnish) in the blender.
- Blend on high for 30 - 40 seconds, or until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.
- Pour into two chilled glasses.
- Add garnish (just a sprinkle of ground nutmeg and/ or cinnamon).
- Serve and enjoy!
Video
Notes
PLEASE NOTE:
- Egg.
- If you include the egg, the recipe is no longer vegan.
- In this recipe, the egg is left raw. Please be aware that there are risks involved with consuming raw egg products. Pregnant women and those with compromised health are advised against consuming raw eggs. Either leave the egg out completely, or replace it with the pasteurized liquid egg substitute.
- Alcohol. I love to add a dash of bourbon, brandy, rum or whiskey to my eggnog, but if you don't want the alcohol content, consider rum flavoring. If you do add alcohol to your smoothie, please know who you're going to serve it to (ie, children, pregnant women, etc) and consider whether you plan to drive.