Dairy Free Eggnog Infused with Chai Tea
For those who are dairy-free or vegan, this recipe for chai tea-infused eggnog offers a delicious and healthy alternative. By using coconut milk, almond milk, and cashews, this eggnog has a rich and creamy texture that's similar to traditional eggnog. Infused with chai tea bags, this recipe also offers a unique and cozy twist on the classic holiday drink. For an egg-free option, the recipe calls for blending soaked cashews with the milk mixture, resulting in a smooth and silky texture without the need for eggs. Whether you're looking for a dairy-free or vegan option, or just want to try something new, this chai-infused eggnog is sure to be a hit. So, why not give this recipe a try and impress your holiday guests with this delightful and healthy beverage?
What is Eggnog?
Eggnog is a traditional festive drink made from egg yolks, cream and sugar. Eggnog is often enjoyed with a shot of dark rum or brandy and a dusting on nutmeg on top. I love making mine dairy free using almond, oat or soy milk, with thick coconut cream. I sometimes make it egg free using creamy cashew butter instead of egg yolks to make it vegan.
Masala Chai in Eggnog
Masala chai is a Traditional comforting Indian tea with warming spices. Masala chai is my most favourite Christmassy tea and is super festive is so many recipes. It’s the perfect addition to eggnog.
If you love Christmas tea time recipes, you may also like this recipe for ..
How to Serve Eggnog
Eggnog is fabulous with a shot of dark rum or brandy and a dusting of nutmeg on top. You can also enjoy alcohol free eggnog with just a dusting of nutmeg on top.
If you love eggnog, you may also love this festive tea latte with chai spiced eggnog.
How to Make Egg Free Eggnog
Making this eggnog recipe dairy free and egg free couldn’t be easier. Simply switch out the egg yolks for cashew butter. Use either 3 egg yolks or 1/3 cup of cashew butter. It’s an effortless switch and you don’t run the risk of scrambling the eggs if you use cashew butter instead so it’s win win!
How to Make Masala Chai Spiced Eggnog at Home
Making chai infused eggnog from scratch is easy to whip up in just a few steps. Firstly, steep the milk with your tea to infuse all the lovely flavours and aromas. Remove the leaves and slowly add the egg yolks. Add the coconut cream and do not allow the mixture to overheat otherwise you will end up with an unfortunate scrambled mess. Allow to cool completely before storing in the fridge. Enjoy with or without a shot of dark rum or brandy :)
INGREDIENTS
4 Heaped Teaspoons of Black Tea Chai (or 4 Tea Bags)
3 Cups of Milk (Regular, Almond, Oat,Soy etc…)
1 Can of Full Fat Coconut Milk (Cream Only)
3 Egg Yolks
1/4 Cup of Honey/Maple Syrup/Agave
1 Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract
Sprinkle of Nutmeg - Optional
To make it vegan: Switch the egg yolks for 1/3 Cup of Cashew Butter
METHOD
In a small saucepan, heat the chai loose leaf tea in the almond milk. Simmer on a low heat for 5-10 minutes, stirring continuously.
Separate the egg yolks into a jug, add the vanilla extract and honey. Whisk until well combined.
Remove the leaves from the almond milk and slowly pour the hot almond milk into the egg mixture and whisk. Do this step slowly so that the egg yolks do not heat too quickly.
Once all the mixture has been tempered, pour back into the saucepan, add the coconut cream and then keep on a low heat for a further 10 minutes.
It’s important to continue to stir the eggnog mixture and do not let it overheat, otherwise it will split and become lumpy.
Enjoy the eggnog warm or cold, with or without a dash of dark rum and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days. I like the eggnog after 2 days of thickening up in the fridge :)
Read More Christmas Tea Recipes
