I have been following Moons’ blog, Bits and Pieces for some time now and read her post on a traditional form of Chai style tea that originated from Calcutta, as well as the beautiful traditions that surround this drink and its preparation. She’s challenged the blogging community to write about a drink that is a favourite or one that has a special meaning, for you.
I do like drinking tea and now I have access to tea suppliers selling specialised leaf teas, it won’t come as a surprise to hear that I enjoy a cup of ‘Stockholm blend’ tea – (goodness, even my house is called the ‘Stockholm Design’ by the Builder). But it is not tea, that I will be writing about today, but a nutritious drink that makes a great breakfast food – a powerhouse of nutrition on the go. Perfect for busy people and kids.
Traditional Juletime Egg Nog
For many European and Americans, Eggnog is a popular drink to have at Christmas. Harking back to a 14th century concotion called Posset – a kind of curdled milk mixed with ale, Eggnog and cold, winter days just seem to go together. Maybe that’s the added whisky or rum that warms the body and the soul, perhaps? The link below is for the traditional Christmas Egg Nog recipe from Jamie Oliver, but my drink is altogether different.
As most know, or might suspect, I live in a warm climate and as such we don’t have the need to have warming drinks to get us through a snowy morning.
My take on EggNog is completely non-alcoholic, is chocked full of nutritional goodness and makes the perfect start to your morning, especially if you don’t have to time to cook, or eat, a hearty breakfast.
My version of Egg Nog looks the same as in the above picture but is way easier to prepare, packs a punch nutritionally and is suitable for children as well as adults, as there’s no alcohol added.
Healthy Breakfast Drink
Many of the working population are rushed! There’s no time to prep a cooked breakfasts. Others might not feel like eating early in the morning and can only face black coffee! This twist on the traditional egg nog prepares your body and mind for the day, fills the tummy and takes seconds to prepare.
Kid Friendly Breakfast Egg Nog Recipe
- 1 – 2 Eggs depending on your mug size
- 1 teaspoon Sugar – Caster sugar dissolves faster
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 cup Milk – can be almond/coconut/full fat/skim or soy
- Whole Nutmeg * – freshly ground from the whole nut*
- Break the egg in a large mug and whisk vigorously with a fork.
- Add the sugar and whisk again until the sugar dissolves.
- Add cinnamon and vanilla extract and mix through.
- Add milk and whisk thoroughly until combined
- Grate nutmeg on top to cover with a small grater
- Enjoy!
*One of my kids used to get a little confused calling nutmeg – egg mut. Whatever works we thought – regularly calling it ‘egg mut, ‘ until they became teenagers.
Breakfast Egg Nog Variations
Fruit Egg Nog: -Add raspberries or strawberries, even mango and pulse in a Nutribullet or blender, for a fruity, vitamin filled hit!
Choc or Mocha – Add 1 teaspoon cocoa powder and/or coffee diluted with a little boiled water for those with a really sweet tooth or coffee cravings.
Nutritional Benefits of Egg Nog
As well as the milk component contributing to the dairy and calcium RDA components in your diet, ingredients such as eggs and spices round out the benefit of a daily Egg Nog drink, (without the alcohol).
One egg has only 75 calories but 7 grams of high-quality protein, 5 grams of fat, and 1.6 grams of saturated fat, along with iron, vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids. The egg is a powerhouse of disease-fighting nutrients like lutein and zeaxanthin.
Nutmeg is low in Cholesterol and Sodium, is a good source of Fibre, and Manganese and support mood, digestion, sleep, good skin and brain health. It may also lower blood pressure. But don’t binge on it. Too much may not be so helpful.
Start the day with a Breakfast Egg Nog or Egg Nog Smoothie! This drink works equally well in filling up children’s tummies at afternoon tea time. This stops them snacking on junk before dinner!
Join in with Moon’s Cook Eat Repeat Challenge here:
Out with the meditation and in with the breakfast, eh ? [grin]
Looks nice but. 🙂
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Well, it fits with the challenge and they are mutually inclusive!! How are you going down there with the smoke level?
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Hazy today.
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Hope it clears for you.
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I love eggnog but haven’t had any for years. I miss it during the holidays but I like mine with rum not fruit. 😉 Yours looks wonderful too.
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As you like it, Marlene. Still good for you, unless there is too much rum!! Do you have it at other times besides Xmas?
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I haven’t had any for years, not even at Christmas. Getting too rich for my old body. Simpler things now.
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Interesting recipe. Might have to give it a try.
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Are you sure you wouldn’t prefer the alcoholic version?
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Not big on alcoholic eggnog. Bit cloying. I like milk on its own. Same with wine.
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Wine on its own – not with cheese? And what about an Aperol spritz? Although I am with you on the eggnog.
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Cheese goes with everything.
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Cudownie!
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👍
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😊
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It sounds delicious Amanda. Will give it a try as I love all those ingredients!
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I am very glad to hear you are also a fan of cinnamon and eggs etc. They make such a great start to the day. What do you usually have for breakfast, Marion?
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Porridge with golden syrup at this time of the year or scrambled eggs on multigrain bread.
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Yum to both. I must start getting back into porridge again when the weather cools.
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I haven’t had an eggnog in a long while.. I like this one.. I don’t think I ever had it with alcohol..
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How do you make it, Lisa? Is it more a children’s or an adult’s drink?
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Thank you Amanda! I am going to be making this over the coming weekend and let you know:)
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I can’t wait to hear what you think. It is quite sweet, and similar to your bha, in that it is an acquired taste from my childhood.
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this looks and sounds great – I would just need to use stevia or xylitol
— the photos are great with the different sized glasses
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I don’t see why Stevia can’t be used if you are used to its taste – might need to adjust down the amount of stevia. Or try it without any sweetener, as the vanilla sweetens it quite nicely.
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Okay – keep you posted…
So excited to try this at some point
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Good on ya, Yvette
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😊☕️
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One of my favorite Christmas memories is homemade eggnog. It seems like it was made with whipped cream or something that was highly healthy, but was so delicious. I haven’t had it in years, thanks for the reminder.
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Oo- whipped cream, LibraryLady? That would add a lovely touch of decadence and also a good calcium boost! You will have to come back and let me know your own individualised recipe if you decide to make it again.
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Your eggnog recipe looks like something I could face at the end of the day, but it’d be too much for me in the morning. That being said, let me add “yum!”
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It sounds like it would be a great thing to have in the afternoon it doesn’t have to be at the start of the day – totally get that. Would you make the alcoholic or non alcoholic version?
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Probably non-alcoholic. I drink, but not booze in sweet or creamy drinks.
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It is more healthy that way. More like a shake or Tiger’s milk.
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Exactly.
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Many thanx for your recipe, Amanda. It has always perturbed me how eggnog in most American stores was only available during Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday times. Preferring the non-alcoholic stuff, I’m going to try making this stuff. Thanx, again. Art
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Glad to be of help, Art. I wonder why they restrict eggnog to winter – being the mecca of capitalism, it is a little surprising Americans haven’t decided to revamp eggnog into a commercial item for sale throughout the year.
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What an exciting post! I have to say I have never had eggnog before – sure I’ve read about it and I know it is a big part of Christmas tradition in Western cultures.
Your recipe looks so exciting and with all its variations!
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I am glad you like the sounds of it, Ju-Lyn. Please try it.
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Hi! I recently started a baking blog, please go check it out 😁💕
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I will as soon as I get a chance.
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I was deeply captured by the beauty of mother nature.( i.e.the sunset/ sunrise photo, I can never able to identify)😅
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Thank you! It was over an outlook over the Pacific Ocean, so in Australia that is always going to be sunrise!!
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