There is something special about the yearly holiday rituals of taking out the Christmas lights, choosing the perfect tree, packing and opening presents, especially if the memories are accompanied by dear ones and a glass of egg nog. Nothing changes the traditions if your cup is filled with a healthier version of egg nog, even if it contains a touch of brandy or rum to keep you warm. This vegan nog recipe is loaded with creamy coconut milk, banana and dates for a sweet and creamy decadence.
Perhaps you are asking yourself why you need to change your favorite holiday drink? After all, we’re talking about eggs, which are very healthy and packed with excellent nutrients. This is true, but when you consume them raw, as in the classic egg nog recipe, you put yourself at risk of Salmonella infection, especially if you consume conventional eggs. Classic egg nog with yolks, cream and sugar combine to put an extra burden on your body, already overwhelmed by the heavy holiday dishes.
If you want to stay on the healthy way this holiday, this vegan nog is the perfect choice. I combined banana for rich texture, coconut milk for a velvety taste, dates for sweetness and cinnamon for a dash of winter flavor. I opted to keep my egg nog on the non-alcoholic side, but feel free to add brandy, bourbon or rum.
Banana Coconut Vegan Nog
Ingredients
- 2 cups coconut milk
- 2 medjool dates pitted
- 1 ripe banana fresh or frozen
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 cinnamon sticks to serve
Instructions
- Place the coconut milk, cinnamon, salt and dates in the blender and process to incorporate.
- Add the banana and pulse to obtain a rich, creamy texture.
- Refrigerate for two hours.
- Pour in serving glasses and serve garnished with the cinnamon sticks.
OMG I love tasty vegan recipes (perfect time of year for this one too)! The Egg-Nog ingredient will give it a nice kick (no need for alcohol like you said).
Carlos
Hi Ana,
Sounds so yummy, do you have any suggestions for a replacement to bananas?
Sadly I’m allergic to them.
Hm..Soy milk?
Carlos I’m not sure but, do extracts like vanilla, banana ,mint, almond, orange etc (you name it they have the flavor use real ingredients in the making- If they don’t I bet Jill could use a 1/2 tsp of banana – but if they do – then why not use vanilla, almond, lemon or orange – some store have a lot but even looking up McCormick might help or even Jill – honey I bet would be great or honey and peanut butter . anise is another flavor and don’t for apple flavored tea’s they might make different drink s some of the suggestions but I’m not a big fan of soy (flavored soy milk might be a great add for the thickness of the drink along with the flavorings, though eye it @1/4 cup or less – Yogurt is another trick
You can replace them with finely grind oatmeal, avocado, pear or silken tofu – you just need to add a little bit of good quality honey or agave syrup to substitute the sweetness from bananas. XO