Eggnog Milkshake

We love making holiday treats for Christmas and this eggnog milkshake is one of our favorites. Eggnog shake is delicious and full of flavor. You only need a few ingredients and a blender to make homemade eggnog shake.

This eggnog is a holiday tradition and we look forward to it every year. This dessert recipe makes us get into the holiday spirit every year. You may also love, Christmas Punch Recipes.

Why We Love This Recipe

Your family will love this festive drink and is perfect to drink while decorating the Christmas tree. Feel free to change the ingredients or add in alcohol for a delicious adult drink.

Garnish this Eggnog Milkshake with nutmeg, whipped cream and a cinnamon stick. It is even delicious with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Ingredients

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Variation Ideas

• Ice Cream – Feel free to change the ice cream to what you prefer. You can use french vanilla ice cream or vanilla gelato. Custard is also a great option.
• Flavor – You can easily add in flavor to the milkshake. Add in pumpkin pie spice, crushed gingersnaps, and ground nutmeg.
• Boozy Milkshake – You can also make a adult egg nog to serve at your next holiday party. Try the milkshake with dark rum, brandy, bourbon, and whiskey.
• Eggnog Ice Cream – If you can find eggnog ice cream, use that instead of vanilla ice cream. This gives the milkshake amazing flavor.
• Chocolate Ice Cream – Make this eggnog milkshake with chocolate ice cream if you love chocolate.

How to Make Eggnog Milkshake

• Step 1 – Combine Ingredients – Place the regular vanilla ice cream, eggnog and cinnamon in a blender.  Blend until smooth. 

• Step 2 – Pour Mixture – Pour the mixture evenly into 2 serving glasses. 
• Step 3 – Add Toppings – Top with the whipped cream and sprinkle extra cinnamon on top. 
• Step – Serve and Enjoy – Serve immediately while cold and enjoy.

Recipe Tips

• Ice Cream –Before blending the ingredients together, make sure the ice cream is softened. You don’t want the ice cream melted but not hard.
• Serving Glasses – We like to chill the glasses before pouring the eggnog. This helps to really chill the eggnog for amazing flavor.
• Texture – If you want a thinner milkshake, add more milk. If you want a thicker texture just add more ice cream.
• Blender – To blend the ingredients smooth and creamy, make sure to use a quality blender.

How to Serve Eggnog Milkshake

Eggnog Milkshake is a classic and delicious holiday drink. We love to serve this milkshake in chill glasses. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon with a straw.

We have even topped with a chocolate drizzle, chocolate syrup and a maraschino cherry.

If you are hosting a holiday party, make this eggnog shake.

Can you Freeze Eggnog Milkshake?

Yes, you can freeze eggnog milkshake. Place the milkshake in a freezer safe container. If stored properly the milkshake will last about 3 months.

When you are ready to serve, place in the fridge for about 30 minutes to softened. You make need to re-blend the ingredients.

How to Store Leftovers

This is best served fresh, but you can store any leftovers in the freezer for 1-2 days. 

Let the leftovers sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. Then stir to make it a shake consistency again before serving.