Enjoy the flavors of the season with creamy Eggnog Ice Cream – a fun and festive Christmas dessert made with just 6 ingredients in 5 minutes! A no churn ice cream recipe that’s perfect for the holidays.
Calling all eggnog fans – this is the treat for you! Now you can have thick, creamy egg nog in ice cream form! Eggnog Ice Cream is incredible on its own, but elevates cakes, cookies and pies, too! I’ve also made a homemade eggnog whipped cream that is so good on coffees, desserts and more.
I love sharing cute and easy ideas for your holiday celebrations- my cranberry and orange sweet bread is a classic reader fave, and these reindeer brownies are another oh-so-simple treat option you’ll love! Don’t skip my round-up of fifty of the BEST Christmas cookie recipes, too!
I know, I know, you can purchase Eggnog Ice Cream in stores, but let’s be honest, they’re not that creamy or flavorful. Nothing compares to this easy Eggnog Ice Cream recipe!
To Make This Eggnog Ice Cream Recipe, You Will Need:
Just a handful of ingredients are needed to make this delicious no churn holiday ice cream!
- Heavy cream
- Sweetened condensed milk
- Eggnog
- Spices: Cinnamon and nutmeg
- Bourbon: Your favorite brand
How to Make This Eggnog Ice Cream Recipe
It only takes 5 minutes to make this homemade ice cream recipe!
- Beat heavy cream until peaks form.
- Blend in sweetened condensed milk, eggnog, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add 1-3 Tbsp bourbon (to taste).
- Pour into a 1 1/2 lb loaf pan or any freezer safe dish and freeze until solid – about 4+ hours.
What To Serve With Eggnog Ice Cream
This ice cream is delicious by itself, but it’s great when served alongside cakes, brownies and pies. Try it with:
- Decadent Flourless Brownies
- Easy Chocolate Pie Recipe with Pretzel Crust
- Easy Apple Crisp
- The Ultimate Peanut Butter Cake
An Easy No Churn Homemade Ice Cream Recipe
The only thing you won’t like about this Eggnog Ice Cream Recipe is that you’ll want to sip it right there and then rather than wait a few hours for it to freeze, but I promise you, it’s worth the wait!
This Christmas surprise your guests with homemade Eggnog Ice Cream – they’d never know it only took you a few minutes to make!
Is There Alcohol in This Ice Cream?
You can make Eggnog Ice Cream alcohol free or spike it with bourbon, whiskey or rum! I use bourbon and it adds just a hint of irresistible flavor!
Don’t have any alcohol on hand? Don’t fret! Did you know most grocery and liquor stores as well as gas stations have miniature flight sized bottles for about $1? They’re perfect for recipes like this! If you don’t see them, just ask. They’re often behind the guest service counter. It’s just the right size for a recipe like this!
The History Behind Eggnog
By the way – I had to google to see if egg nog was one word or two and while it’s most often used as one, it can be two and is often searched that way. Along the way I learned some fun history about eggnog! Nog means “strong ale”, so it’s only right that I blended in a little bourbon.
The wood mugs it (along with other alcohol) was frequently served in were called “noggins”. There’s so much history in the wintery drink and in my opinion it’s even better in ice cream form!
If you love all things eggnog, you’ll also love these (Gooey Butter) Eggnog Cookies! They’re so good!
Top Tips To Make This Recipe
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks have formed. You can use an electric whisk for this or do it by hand, but will take a bit longer.
- Allow enough time for the eggnog ice cream to freeze – it will take around 4 hours.
- Store the ice cream in the freezer in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap.
- This homemade ice cream is best eaten within a week or two.
- Adjust bourbon to taste.
- Sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg on top to garnish.
More Easy Homemade Ice Cream Recipes
- Peppermint Ice Cream
- Marshmallow Ice Cream Recipe
- Apple Butter Ice Cream
- Peanut Butter Ice Cream
- Chocolate Ice Cream
- Snow Ice Cream
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Egg Nog Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 10 ounces can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups eggnog
- 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 3 tablespoons bourbon
Instructions
- Beat heavy cream until peaks form.
- Blend in sweetened condensed milk, eggnog, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Add 1-3 Tbsp boubon (to taste).
- Pour into a 1 1/2 lb loaf pan or any freezer safe dish and freeze until solid - about 4+ hours.
Notes
- Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks have formed. You can use an electric whisk for this or do it by hand, but will take a bit longer.
- Allow enough time for the ice cream to freeze - it will take around 4 hours.
- Store the ice cream in the freezer in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap.
- This homemade ice cream is best eaten within a week or two.
- Adjust bourbon to taste.
- Sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg on top to garnish.
What a great festive treat for the holidays. I bet the flavor from being homemade is fantastic!
I love eggnog and I can’t wait to make this ice cream!
i’m OBSESSED with egg nog and without a doubt am going to make this!
YUM!!! I love this delicious version!!!
This is the perfect holiday treat. We love eggnog so it’s no surprise this was gobbled right up.