16 Delicious Eggnog Recipes

Updated on December 7, 2017 by Melissa Girimonte

A true holiday staple, Christmas just wouldn't be the same without a cold glass of eggnog. Enjoy the rich, smooth texture of this festive drink with new and classic eggnog recipes.

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Maple Eggnog Crème Brûlée

Infused with <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/photos/sweet-and-savoury-maple-syrup-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Canadian maple syrup</a> and festive eggnog, this decadent dessert is easier to make than you think. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/recipe/maple-eggnog-creme-brulee/18814/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Maple Eggnog Crème Brûlée</a>
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Snowman Eggnog

Kids will love making these little eggnog snowmen for a holiday party or Christmas Eve treat. Serve with whipped cream, mini chocolate chips and dried apricot, and don't forget the rum or brandy for the grownups. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/snowman-eggnog/21027/" target="_blank">Snowman Eggnog</a>
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Eggnog Flan Pie with Cranberries

With the ability to slice straight across for easy serving, this tasty eggnog cream tart covered in juicy ruby-red cranberries makes for a gorgeous display on your holiday table. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/eggnog-flan-pie-with-candied-cranberries/19445/" target="_blank">Ricardo's Eggnog Flan Pie with Cranberries</a>
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Eggnog Meltaway Cookies

A simple dough packed with almonds, bourbon and vanilla extracts, confectioners’ sugar and butter, these festive cookies will literally melt in your mouth. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/eggnog-meltaway-cookies/19440/" target="_blank">Eggnog Meltaway Cookies</a>
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Chocolate Kissed Eggnog

With this recipe for eggnog, you get a bit of chocolate to spice up that traditional taste! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/holidays/blog/chocolate-kissed-eggnog-from-the-hot-plate-3058/" target="_blank">Chocolate Kissed Eggnog.</a>
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Eggnog-Panettone Bread Pudding

Turn leftover Panettone into a show-stopping dessert with Rachael Ray’s recipe featuring festive eggnog, fresh nutmeg and a hint of rum. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/eggnog-panettone-bread-pudding/19438/" target="_blank">Rachael Ray's Eggnog-Panettone Bread Pudding</a>
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Slow Cooker Healthy Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Porridge

Wholesome whole grains like farro and steel cut oats mix with wild rice for a textured take on classic oatmeal. Make the morning easy by cooking it overnight, and skip the optional dash of eggnog for a healthier breakfast. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-healthy-cranberry-pecan-oatmeal-porridge/19057/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Slow Cooker Healthy Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Porridge</a>
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Eggnog Ice Cream

Transform everyone’s favourite holiday beverage into an adult-only chilled dessert. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/eggnog-ice-cream/19439/" target="_blank">Alton Brown's Eggnog Ice Cream</a>
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Rum and Eggnog Loaf

This rum and eggnog-infused loaf will satisfy your holiday cravings all winter long. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/rum-and-eggnog-loaf/17258/" target="_blank">Rum and Eggnog Loaf</a>
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Cranberry-Banana Eggnog Muffins

If your fridge is crammed with leftover cranberry sauce and eggnog come the holidays, bookmark this mouth-watering muffin recipe that creatively incorporates both ingredients. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cranberry-banana-eggnog-muffins/17245/">Cranberry-Banana Eggnog Muffins</a>
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Eggnog Cream Pie

Creamy, eggnog custard is the dreamy filling in this decadent dessert that starts with a sweet graham cracker crust and is topped with boozy rum whipped cream. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/recipe/eggnog-cream-pie/18819/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Eggnog Cream Pie</a>
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Eggnog

It just wouldn’t be Christmas without a frosty, cold glass of eggnog, and Alton Brown serves up two different variations of the festive drink. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/eggnog/17368/">Alton Brown 's Eggnog</a>
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No-Bake Gingerbread Eggnog Tarts

Left over eggnog? No problem. Make this no-bake eggnog custard tart with a gingerbread crust for a post-holiday treat the whole family will enjoy. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/gourmet-cooking/blog/no-bake-gingerbread-egg-nog-tarts-6303/" target="_blank">No-Bake Gingerbread Eggnog Tarts</a>
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Chicken Milk (Eggnog)

Despite its name, this recipe contains no chicken — it's simple a French version of eggnog, featuring orange flower water for a hint of citrus flavour. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-milk-eggnog/10260/" target="_blank">Laura Calder's Chicken Milk (Eggnog)</a>
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Eggnog-Spiced Yule Log

A creative spin on the classic rolled holiday cake, this extra festive version includes a rum-spiked pastry cream, spiced cake and white chocolate whipped cream, all wrapped in a pretty snowy package. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/eggnog-spiced-yule-log/19446/" target="_blank">Ricardo's Eggnog-Spiced Yule Log</a>
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