NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — This DIY eggnog recipe is so rich and creamy, and truly could not be easier – simply blend and pour. It’s also incredibly customizable: opt for preferred milk of choice, real bourbon or zero proof bourbon (or none at all), collagen or vanilla protein powder of choice. Make it your own to savor and share throughout the holiday season!
DIY Eggnog | Low Carb, High Protein
Makes 2 servings
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk of choice (e.g. Ripple Pea Protein Milk, or Vanilla Almond Milk, unsweetened
- 1/2 cup bourbon (zero proof or regular) – optional
- 3 egg yolks
- 2 heaping tablespoons Swerve granular
- 1/2 cup canned coconut milk
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (plus more for optional garnish)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon rum extract (up to 1 teaspoon for stronger flavor)
- Cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
In a food processor or smoothie blender, combine all ingredients and blend. Serve chilled.
Per serving: 155 calories, 8 grams fat, 210 mg sodium, <1 gram carbohydrate, 0 sugar, 18 grams protein
*
FUELED Wellness + Nutrition is powered by Healthy Portions Meal Co. Learn more about the variety of Eat Fit options at Healthy Portions Meal Co, proud sponsor of FUELED Wellness + Nutrition with Molly on WGNO.
*Molly Kimball, RD, CSSD is a registered dietitian + nutrition journalist in New Orleans, and founder of Ochsner Eat Fit nonprofit restaurant initiative. Tune in to her podcast, FUELED | Wellness + Nutrition and follow her on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @MollyKimballRD. See more of Molly’s articles + TV segments at www.mollykimball.com, and sign up for Eat Fit Wellness Bites weekly newsletter, here
Stay up to date with the latest news, weather and sports by downloading the WGNO app on the Apple or Google Play stores and by subscribing to the WGNO newsletter.