There are elements to the holiday season in which I consciously practice a great deal of restraint. Holiday music? Gotta' go easy on it. Mail-order desserts from Aunt Linda? Ditto. And eggnog usually falls in that category as well. While quite tasty, it can be a heavy finish to an evening meal. However, used sparingly, it can be a wonderful way to begin the day.
There's no way I could sit down and actually drink a cup of eggnog first thing in the morning, but using it in baked goods gives your breakfast that warmly-spiced flavor without the commitment of ounces upon ounces of the decadent beverage. Here are a few recipes we're excited to try, from scones to oatmeal to waffles.
Try a Recipe:
• Cinnamon Eggnog Waffles - The Family Kitchen
• Eggnog Scones - Recipe Girl
• Easy Eggnog Holiday Muffins - King Arthur Flour
• Eggnog Oatmeal - The Corner Kitchen
• Eggnog Latte - Savory Sweet Life
Related: DIY Eggnog Latte
(Images: Kathryn Hill and The Family Kitchen)
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You left out what I thought would be the most obvious, Eggnog French Toast. Just use eggnog with a little extra egg as your batter.
love eggnog french toast. I like the idea of eggnog oatmeal!
Eggnog oats...hmmm...I may have to try this.
I love me some egg nog. These are great ideas. Thanks for the inspiration!
am i the only one who can down a full glass of nog first thing in the morning...?
I make and Overnight Egg Nog French Toast Casserole every Christmas. Easy to make ahead. http://therunawayspoon.com/blog/2009/12/overnight-eggnog-french-toast-casserole/
Yes to eggnog french toast! You're all right: obvious choice.
I like to add egg nog as coffee creamer