These creative desserts with eggnog will put everyone in the Christmas spirit. They are so fun and unique you’ll be the star of the party! From cookies to cupcakes to an amazing flan, you have so many choices, so choose your favorites and pick up ingredients this week. Any of these will be a huge hit at parties!
As much as I enjoy eggnog when the holidays roll around, I’ve never thought about making eggnog desserts. In fact, I’ve never even seen an eggnog dessert at a party, and I can’t figure out why! We’re big eggnog lovers, so desserts with eggnog sounded so good! Don’t let that leftover eggnog go to waste!
Nothing says the holidays like eggnog and sweet treats, so why not combine them to make a dessert that everyone will rave about? From cakes and pies to trifles and fudge, there are so many ways to enjoy eggnog instead of just drinking it from a glass!
I don’t know what it is about eggnog. People either seem to love eggnog or claim they can’t stand the stuff. I have one daughter who will be drinking it from now until New Year’s and another daughter who you couldn’t pay to drink it!
But something wonderful happens when you add eggnog to a dessert recipe. No matter which camp you fall into, you’re sure to enjoy the rich taste of one (or more!) of these eggnog desserts that are perfect for your holiday celebrations.
16 Delicious Eggnog Desserts
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Eggnog Custard with Crushed Peppermint
Delicious and creamy custard dessert for the holidays!
These eggnog cookies are so good! I’ve heard it said that you either hate eggnog or you love it. Which side are you on? I love it, especially in cookies! Eggnog fans will love these cookies!
This Eggnog Layer Cake is super moist, fluffy and FULL of eggnog flavor! With a touch of rum flavor in the frosting, it’s perfect for celebrating Christmas! This will be a new family favorite!
If you are needing a holiday dessert that is easy and delicious, you will love this No Bake Eggnog Cheesecake. And so will everyone else! Made with cream cheese to give it that extra creamy texture, this one is a keeper!
One of the prettiest eggnog recipes on the list, this rich Bourbon Soaked Eggnog Cake will be the star of the holiday dessert table. A classic bundt cake is soaked with a bourbon laced eggnog glaze for the ultimate holiday dessert!
These delicious Mini Eggnog Cheesecakes with a crust of graham crackers takes a creamy cheesecake recipe and adds in a bit of eggnog and nutmeg to give it that special “eggnoggy” twist.
Eggnog Cake with White Chocolate Ganache Whipped Cream Frosting
Dense eggnog cake with a light, sweet, creamy and airy whipped cream frosting flavored with white chocolate ganache. It’s perfect for any holiday get-together.
You can switch up any of these recipes by adding a different flavor. Try adding a little of your favorite spirit like rum, or add rum extract if you want to keep it booze free.
Add a little bit of extra eggnog for more of that flavor, but be sure to reduce the same amount of liquid somewhere else in the recipe so you don’t change the texture too much.
Top just about any of these with Cool Whip for even more deliciousness. Or make our whipped cream recipe if you have time. It’s so good! Top with a little nutmeg for extra flavor!
A scoop of eggnog ice cream is a great addition to any of these while you can get it!
Storage Tips
Remember to store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container. See each recipe for recommendations.
If you’re making something with icing ahead of time, it’s best to wait until an hour or so before serving to add the icing.
There you have it! The best 17 eggnog dessert recipes you’ll ever need! My personal favorite is the eggnog cheesecake – what is yours? Try to make a few and let me know what you think!
