Description
Craving a festive treat that’s both nostalgic and indulgent? This eggnog milkshake with vanilla ice cream is thick, creamy, and warmly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. Finished with whipped cream and a dusting of nutmeg, it’s the ultimate holiday dessert drink—ready in under 10 minutes.
Ingredients
2 cups eggnog
1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Whipped cream, for topping
Nutmeg or cinnamon stick, optional garnish
Optional: 1/2–1 tsp vanilla extract (extra flavor)
Instructions
1. Add eggnog, vanilla ice cream, cinnamon, and nutmeg to a blender (add eggnog first for easier blending).
2. Blend on high for 30–45 seconds until thick and smooth.
3. Taste and adjust spices (add a pinch more cinnamon or nutmeg if desired). Add vanilla extract if using.
4. Pour into chilled glasses.
5. Top with whipped cream, sprinkle with nutmeg or cinnamon, and garnish with a cinnamon stick if you like.
6. Serve immediately.
Notes
Family-safe: This version is alcohol-free.
Make it thicker: Add an extra 1/2 cup ice cream.
Dairy-free: Use plant-based eggnog + dairy-free vanilla ice cream.
Lower sugar: Use light eggnog or reduce ice cream slightly.
Best fresh: Milkshakes don’t store well after blending—blend right before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 milkshake
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg