It’s that egg nog time of year — from Thanksgiving through New Year’s, my son, Grant, and husband, Scott, look for it in the fridge. However, it packs a calorie and sugar punch with 120 calories and 20 grams of sugar per 1/2 cup (it depends on the brand, check the Nutrition Facts on the label)! So, I am all about lightening it up. Have you tried AlmondMilk Holiday Nog? {FYI: This post is not sponsored by AlmondMilk}. I bought it to do a taste test at home and was pleasantly surprised – it has an authentic egg noggy-flavor and get this – it’s only 50 calories and 8 grams of sugar per 1/2 cup. Plus, it’s a good dairy-free option. That’s a big number difference when you gulp down a glass of egg nog in one fell swoop and want more (hello, Grant!).
Since the almond-based nog is thinner and not as rich-tasting than traditional egg nog, I am going to kick up the flavor a notch with a touch of peppermint extract, cinnamon and cayenne pepper. {Feel free to leave out the cayenne, if you don’t prefer the heat.}
Hot and Skinny Spiced Nog
Serves 2
Ingredients
2 cups AlmondMilk Holiday Nog
1/2 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
Pinch of cayenne pepper
2 cinnamon sticks or 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions
Place nog into a small pot over medium heat. Add peppermint extract, cayenne and cinnamon stick and stir. Bring to a simmer and remove from heat. Stir and pour into fancy coffee cups or mugs. Allow to cool for a minute before serving.
Enjoy eating simply!
Happy and heathy holidays,
-Vicki
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