How to Make Sugar Free Eggnog, a delicious recipe for homemade eggnog that has no added sugar. Keto low carb option.
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How to Make Sugar Free Eggnog that also tastes good.
I like that this is such a festive recipe to enjoy!
How to Make Sugar Free Eggnog.
Eggnog is really a favorite holiday beverage that usually has a lot of sugar in it.
However, this recipe does not have to have all of that sugar in it!
Did you try my recipe for Sugar Free Spritz Cookies?
That is another one of my favorite holiday recipe that does not have to come with all of that added sugar.
I like the idea of enjoying both sugar free eggnog and sugar free spritz cookies all in one sitting 🙂 .
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This recipe is especially for anyone asking how do you make eggnog from scratch.
However, this recipe is specifically for anyone asking how to make that same eggnog but, without having to add of that sugar too. Luckily, you can get that same great festive eggnog taste without all of that sugar.
This recipe for eggnog does indeed include all of the essential eggnog ingredients that you may expect to find.
Traditional eggnog is usually made with milk, eggs, sweetener, and spices. There may be additional ingredients or similar ingredients substituted (cream for milk for example).
There are folks who ask why is eggnog so bad for you.
Certainly, this may not be a beverage that most people should consume on a daily basis.
There could be some concern especially if the eggnog contains a lot of heavy cream or sugar in it.
However, the real concern that has to do with eggnog is most likely when raw eggs are used in it.
Contracting salmonella, according to the CDC, can result from consuming raw eggs. To prevent this from happening we can use real eggs and simply temper them to get a similar result to the pasteurized eggs that are used in commercially sold eggnog.
The CDC recommends that we cook or temper our eggnog base to an internal temperature of 160 °F, stirring constantly. The tempering should thus destroy any Salmonella (according to the CDC). If you would rather use an alternative to eggs, the CDC says that you can also use egg substitute products or pasteurized eggs in your eggnog.
Here are some tips for making eggnog.
Mentioned above was that we will have to cook the egg yolks in this recipe to 160 degrees (f) to make them safe for consuming according to the experts. A workaround for this would be to use already pasteurized egg yolks.
Here are some more helpful tips.
- When you separate eggs there is always the question of what to do with the part of the egg that is not being used. In this recipes, the egg whites can be whipped up to a froth to use as a topping. Or, you could simply freeze the egg whites away for later use.
- Boozy eggnog is a thing. You can make your eggnog boozy by adding bourbon, cognac, or rum before serving.
- Yes, this recipe for eggnog can be made vegan. Simply swap out your milk with a nut milk, coconut milk for the heavy cream and soaked raw cashews for the eggs.
How to store eggnog.
I like to refrigerate my eggnog for a a few hours before serving and stirring just before serving.
If you properly store the leftovers in an airtight pitcher or container in the fridge the eggnog should last a few days.
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How to Make Keto Sugar Free Eggnog.
As noted above, possibly the most important thing to remember in this recipe is tempering the egg yolks to minimize the risk of catching salmonella. To do this, heat or temper the egg yolks on the stove, whisking constantly, to 160 degrees (f) to make them safe for consuming according to the experts. A workaround for this would be to use already pasteurized egg yolks.
Also mentioned was how to make this a vegan recipe for eggnog.
Simply swap out your milk with a nut milk, coconut milk for the heavy cream and soaked raw cashews for the eggs. Choose sugar free options if sugar is also a concern.
Ingredients needed to make sugar free keto friendly eggnog.
- Eggs- 6, separated. You can use the egg whites as a froth for serving or simply freeze them away to use later. Vegan folks can use soaked cashews, you will need to have to test the amount needed for this recipe.
- Sugar Alternative- equivalent to ¾ cups of sugar. Does not have to be granular (I rarely get to say that 🙂 ).
- Milk or Heavy Cream- 4 cups divided. The more fat=the richer your eggnog will be. Heavy Cream is friendlier to low carb diets. Vegan folks can sub in a nut milk such as almond milk.
- Vanilla Extract- 1 teaspoon.
- Ground Nutmeg- 1 teaspoon, plus additional needed for serving.
- Heavy Whipping Cream- 1 cup. Vegan folks can use unsweetened coconut milk. This for a whipped topping and can be omitted.
- Optional- Make your eggnog boozy by adding rum, cognac, or whatever works for you.
How to Make Sugar Free Eggnog
- On low heat and in a heavy saucepan, combine together the egg yolks and sugar alternative. Heat this whisking continuously as we do not want to cook the eggs, just simply temper them. After one minute you can add half (two cups) of the milk. Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature and continue to whisk as needed. When the heat reaches 170 you can remove this from the heat (20-15 minutes). Please keep an eye on it as it tempers.
- Remove the tempered ingredients from the stove. Whisk for one minute and then add then remaining milk, vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Alcohol can be added as well.
- Cover and refrigerate for until chilled (1-3 hours depending on how chilled you want it to be).
- To serve, whisk the eggnog and then pour the eggnog into individual cups. Beat the heavy whipping cream until it peaks (or egg whites if you are using that method). Serve with the whipping cream stirred in or as a topping along with additional nutmeg.
- 6 Eggs -yolks only needed
- ¾ cup Splenda
- 4 cups Heavy Cream -can use milk, see post for alternatives
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp Ground Nutmeg -plus additional for serving
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream - for serving
On low heat and in a heavy saucepan, combine together the egg yolks and sugar alternative. Heat this whisking continuously as we do not want to cook the eggs, just simply temper them. After one minute you can add half (two cups) of the milk. Use a thermometer to monitor the temperature and continue to whisk as needed. When the heat reaches 170 you can remove this from the heat (20-25 minutes). Please keep an eye on it as it tempers.
Remove the tempered ingredients from the stove. Whisk for one minute and then add then remaining milk, vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Alcohol can be added as well. Cover and refrigerate for until chilled (1-3 hours depending on how chilled you want it to be)
Cover and refrigerate for until chilled (1-3 hours depending on how chilled you want it to be). To serve, whisk the eggnog and then pour the eggnog into individual cups. Beat the heavy whipping cream until it peaks (or egg whites if you are using that method). Serve with the whipping cream stirred in or as a topping along with additional nutmeg.
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How to Make Sugar Free Eggnog
How to Make Sugar Free Eggnog, a delicious recipe for homemade eggnog that has no added sugar. Keto low carb option.
Prep Time25 minutes mins
Course: beverage
Cuisine: American
Search Result: beverage, Christmas, eggnog, gluten free, holidays, keto, sugar free
Servings: 6
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As noted , possibly the most important thing to remember in this recipe is tempering the egg yolks to minimize the risk of catching salmonella. To do this, heat or temper the egg yolks on the stove, whisking constantly, to 160 degrees (f) to make them safe for consuming according to the experts. A workaround for this would be to use already pasteurized egg yolks.
Also mentioned was how to make this a vegan recipe for eggnog.
Simply swap out your milk with a nut milk, coconut milk for the heavy cream and soaked raw cashews for the eggs. Choose sugar free options if sugar is also a concern.
*Please check the nutritional labels to assure that you are sticking to your diet restrictions for any substitutions used.
- see post for alternatives
Please see recipe post for further details on this recipe.
Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.
consuming raw eggs can cause salmonella
most recently updated:
December 16, 2020
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Nutrition
Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 78g | Saturated Fat: 47g | Cholesterol: 435mg | Sodium: 138mg | Potassium: 209mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3153IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 1mg
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Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.
How to Make Sugar Free Eggnog, a delicious recipe for homemade eggnog that has no added sugar. Keto low carb vegan options.
Please see recipe post for further details on this recipe.
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updated 12/20
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Raw eggs can indeed cause salmonella poisoning which is why we take precautions.
