Christmas

15 Ways to Drink (and Eat!) Eggnog

Go beyond the classic cup.
Two slices of eggnog pie on dessert plates.
Photo by Joseph De Leo, Prop Styling by Anne Eastman, Food Styling by Rebecca Jurkevich
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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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    Eggnog Ice Cream

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

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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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    No-Sleep-Till-Santa Eggnog

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

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    Eggnog Pie

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

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    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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  • Photo by Mikkel Vang
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    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 by Joseph De Leo, Food Styling by Katherine Lough
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    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 by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Alex Brannian, Food Styling by Ali Nardi
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    Mike's Milk Punch

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

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  • Photo by Kenji Toma
    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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    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 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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    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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