Keto Eggnog Recipe

Skip the sugar-filled traditional eggnog and make this Keto Eggnog with only 3g net carbs per serving!

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If you’re an eggnog fan, this keto-friendly eggnog recipe is for you! Top it with keto whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon for the perfect holiday drink.

After your Keto Thanksgiving holiday is wrapping up and all of your Keto Pumpkin Pie, Keto Pumpkin Cookies and Keto Cranberry Sauce are eaten up, it is time to turn your focus to Keto Christmas holiday treats. Of course, if you are like me those treats are still being made well into the Christmas holiday season!

Why You’ll Love This Keto Eggnog Recipe

• It contains only 3g net carbs per serving.
• It tastes just as good, if not better, than traditional sugar-filled eggnog.
• It can be served as a boozy holiday drink – or the alcohol can be skipped simply to enjoy a sweet treat.

Ingredients Needed for This Sugar Free Egg Nog

Ingredient quantities for this homemade eggnog are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Unsweetened plain coconut or almond milk from a carton (not a can)
• Heavy whipping cream
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Egg yolks
• Swerve Confectioners
• Vanilla extract
• Bourbon (optional)

How to Make This Easy Low Carb Eggnog {Quick Overview}

This is just a quick overview of some of the steps involved in making the low carb eggnog. For the recipe in detail, including exact measurements used at each step, scroll to the recipe card at the end of the post.

In a saucepan or pot, combine coconut or almond milk, heavy whipping cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/4 cup Swerve Confectioners. Bring mixture to a simmer, then simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. (Photo 1)

Add egg yolks and remaining Swerve Confectioners to a bowl. (Photo 2)

Whisk until light and fluffy. (Photo 3)

Ladle the milk mixture slowly into the egg mixture, whisking the entire time, until everything is fully combined. (Photo 4)

Add the mixture back to the saucepan or pot and cook on medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes or until the mixture reaches 160 F and coats the back of a wooden spoon.  Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and bourbon (if using), then cover and refrigerate until cool. (Photo 5)

Stir eggnog before serving. Ladle into cups and, if desired, top with keto whipped cream and cinnamon. Serve with a cinnamon stick.

How to Top Your Keto Eggnog

For the ultimate enjoyment, I highly recommend topping your Keto Eggnog with:

• Keto Whipped Cream
• A dusting of cinnamon
• A cinnamon stick

Is Eggnog Safe to Drink?

Eggnog is made with raw eggs, so it’s important to heat your eggnog to 160 F to kill any bacteria.

How Long Does Homemade Eggnog Last in the Fridge?

It will last 2-3 days in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts for Keto Eggnog

Per serving (6 total servings):

• 381 calories
• 35g fat
• 5g protein
• 3g net carbs

Note that this is for the eggnog only and does not include any toppings such as whipped cream.

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More Keto Christmas Desserts

Try some of our amazing keto Christmas desserts, like many of our delicious Keto Cookies:

• Learn how to make gluten free keto snowball cookies for the whole family!
• These healthy sugar free snickdoodle cookies are simple to make and have that fun chewiness everyone loves.
• You can eat these gluten free pumpkin cookies and sugar free pumpkin chocolate chip cookies on the keto diet!
• Enjoy some delicious keto butterscotch cookies for the holidays.
• Make a holiday favorite sugar free white chocolate macadamia nut cookies!
• And don”t forget Keto Cookie Dough, Keto Chocolate Cookies

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Keto Eggnog

Skip the sugar-filled traditional eggnog and make this Keto Low Carb Eggnog with only 3g net carbs per serving!

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Course: Dessert, Drink

Cuisine: American, Western

Keyword: keto eggnog, low carb eggnog, sugar free eggnog

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 6

Calories: 381kcal

Ingredients

• 2 cups unsweetened plain coconut or almond milk from a carton (not a can)
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 6 egg yolks
• 3/4 to 1 cup Swerve Confectioners divided (amount depends on sweetness preference)
• 2 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 to 1/2 cup bourbon

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Instructions

• In a large saucepan or pot, combine coconut or almond milk, heavy whipping cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and 1/4 cup Swerve Confectioners. Bring mixture to a simmer, then simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
• In a medium bowl, whisk egg yolks and remaining Swerve Confectioners until light and fluffy.
• Ladle the milk mixture slowly into the egg mixture, whisking the entire time, until everything is fully combined.
• Add the mixture back to your large saucepan or pot, cover, and cook on medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until the mixture reaches 160 F and coats the back of a wooden spoon. (Note: It is critical that the mixture reach 160 F for safety purposes.)
• Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and bourbon (optional), then cover and refrigerate until cool.
• Once your eggnog is cool, stir it again before serving.
• If desired, top with keto whipped cream and cinnamon. Serve with a cinnamon stick.

Notes

• If alcohol or bourbon specifically isn’t your thing, feel free to skip it.
• Store for 2-3 days in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts

Keto Eggnog

Amount Per Serving

Calories 381 Calories from Fat 315

% Daily Value*

Fat 35g54%

Saturated Fat 20g125%

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 11g

Cholesterol 304mg101%

Sodium 148mg6%

Potassium 88mg3%

Carbohydrates 4g1%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 5g10%

Vitamin A 1427IU29%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 179mg18%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition facts are included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed. If applicable, sugar alcohols have already been removed from the total carb count.