This sugar free eggnog recipe is the perfect holiday treat! This rich and creamy homemade keto eggnog recipe is perfect for anyone who is sticking to low carb but wants the amazing traditional eggnog! This Keto eggnog recipe is sure to wow anyone who loves traditional creamy eggnog!
Sugar Free Eggnog Recipe
Eggnog is a holiday staple in many homes during the holiday season. It is not surprising, as it is a rich and creamy drink that screams it is time for the holidays. For many years we bought eggnog in the store, however since going low carb that is not an option. I have yet to find eggnog in the store that was not loaded with sugar and as much as I love it I am not willing to throw in my hard work to enjoy some holiday beverages.
Thankfully with this creamy keto eggnog recipe, I don’t have to. This keto-friendly eggnog recipe has all the flavors and creaminess of a traditional eggnog recipe without all the sugar. I had my eggnog loving husband be the taste tester for this recipe. He does not eat low carb at all and he loves eggnog. He took a sip and told me it was delicious. And he couldn’t even tell it was a low-carb eggnog. To me meant I had a winner that I had to share with all of you.
Thankfully making homemade sugar free eggnog is super easy to do! Made with simple ingredients you probably have in your pantry already you can whip up this holiday classic in just a few minutes.
Many eggnog recipes include sugar which is not ok when you are on a low carb or keto diet. Not this one. But even without sugar, you will have an amazing and rich eggnog that is perfect for enjoying during the holidays. If you are sticking to a keto diet, you will be happy to know that this sugar free eggnog recipe is also a keto eggnog. You can enjoy this tasty homemade eggnog while sticking to keto with out feeling bad about enjoying it!
Keto Holiday Treats Recipes
- Sugar Free Peppermint Meringue Cookies
- Sugar free Candied Pecans
- Low Carb Chocolate Almond Clusters
- Keto Chocolate Macadamia nut Clusters
Tips for Making this Recipe
There are a few things you can do to make sure this recipe comes out perfect everytime you make it.
- Strain the eggnog. If you don’t like the texture of the spices in your egg nog you can strain it into a cheesecloth to give it a smoother texture.
- Cool completely. Allow the eggnog to cool overnight and the flavors to fully combine.
- Powdered sweetener is a must. You can use Powdered swerve, Powdered Monkfruit or your favorite. I have only tested it with Swerve and monk fruit but I would think others would work too.
- Be sure to continue to whisk. It is important that when you are whisking the eggnog when it is cooking that you keep on going. You do not want it to get clumpy.
- Use a cooking thermometer. You will need to make sure you have cooked the egg yolk mixture to a high enough temperature that it is safe to drink, this is best done with a cooking thermometer or a candy thermometer.
Is Eggnog Keto Friendly?
Store-bought eggnog is not normally keto friendly. It normally has a lot of sugar added to it and that is not good when you are trying to stick to a low carb diet or a keto diet. This homemade version of classic eggnog has all the flavors that are loved in the classic drink without all of the sugar.
How Many Carbs are in Keto Eggnog?
This keto eggnog recipe has 5g carbs per serving. Compared to traditional eggnog that has about 20g carbs per serving.
Can I add Alchohol to this Easy Keto Eggnog Recipe?
Yes. If you are wanting to make a low carb eggnog recipe that is boozy you can add the alcohol after you have chilled it for a few hours. The best option is bourbon and you will want to add 1/2 a cup for the whole recipe. If you add bourbon to it then it will keep for 2-3 weeks in the fridge.
How to Serve Eggnog
There are quite a few ways to enjoy this festive keto eggnog recipe.
- Top with whipped cream. You can use store-bought whipped cream, but I personally love using homemade whipped cream.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon. I like adding a sprinkle of cinnamon, if you are making a large batch you can also add a cinnamon stick to it.
How to Store Keto Eggnog
This homemade eggnog recipe needs to be stored in the fridge in an airtight container. I personally like to store it in a mason jar.
How long does Keto Eggnog last?
This homemade eggnog recipe will keep in the fridge for 2-3 days in the fridge.
Can I Freeze Keto Eggnog?
Yes. You can freeze this keto eggnog recipe. Just place it in an airtight container leaving room at the top so it can expand. It will keep in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Sugar-Free Eggnog Recipe Ingredients
- 4 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup powder erythritol low carb sweetener – Powdered swerve or Powdered Monkfruit
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
How to Make Sugar-Free Eggnog
In a small pot whisk together the raw egg yolks and the erythritol until well combined.
In another small pot add the heavy cream, almond milk, nutmeg, and cinnamon,
Over medium-high heat bring the mixture to a boil.
Once the cream mixture comes to a boil remove the cream from the heat.
Slowly whisk in a quarter of a cup of the mixture into the sugar and egg mixture making sure you are constantly stirring the egg yolks to prevent them from coagulating.
Keep stirring and add the rest of the cream mixture to the pot until all of the mixture is in the pot.
Place the pot back on the stove and heat over medium heat, making sure you keep stirring until the mixture has thickened up about 10 to 15 minutes and the mixture has reached 160ºF.
Remove the eggnog mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the mixture to cool then place it in the fridge for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to combine. I personally like to leave it overnight.
Low Carb Drink Recipes
- Sugar Free Mocha Coffee Bombs
- Keto Hot Chocolate
- Low Carb Caramel Macchiato
- Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Keto Salted Caramel Frappuccino
- Low Carb Caramel Frappuccino
sugar free keto eggnog recipe
Ingredients
- 4 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup powder erythritol – Powdered swerve or Powdered Monkfruit
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small pot whisk together the egg yolks and the erythritol until well combined.
- In another small pot bring the heavy cream, almond milk, nutmeg, and cinnamon, to a boil over medium high heat.
- Once the cream mixture comes to a boil remove the cream off the heat. Slowly whisk in a quarter of a cup of the mixture into the egg yolks making sure you are constantly stirring the egg yolks to prevent them from coagulating.
- Place the pot back over medium heat, making sure you keep stiring until the mixture has thickened up about 10 to 15 minutes and the mixture has reached 160ºF.
- Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool then place it in the fridge overnight to allow the flavors to combine.
- If you don’t like the texture of the spices in your egg nog you can strain it into a cheesecloth to give it a smoother texture.
Anne C says
One small thing: The directions don’t say to add the mixture back to the pot after tempering the egg yolks. But this looks like a great recipe! I like that it’s thick and creamy like the store-bought stuff, and no raw eggs in the final product. I’ll definitely be trying it.