Healthy Eggnog Smoothie

This healthy eggnog smoothie is a creamy, sweet, and decadent-tasting way to start the morning off the right way. Full of protein, this filling smoothie will keep you satisfied until lunch!

I’m a fan of being indulgent throughout the holidays – starting with Halloween and going straight through New Year’s. To counteract the rich treats, I like to keep the rest of our meals clean, light, and healthy. A smoothie is a great place to start. You can tailor the ingredients to what you have on hand or your family’s tastes. Plus, it’s a quick and easy, portable meal!

Are Raw Eggs Safe?

Eggnog is typically made with raw egg yolks. The FDA suggests that raw eggs not be consumed due to the risk of salmonella unless you purchase pasteurized eggs, which have been heated just enough to kill the bacteria. There is still a small risk of food born illness.

If you want to eliminate any risk, Egg Beaters Egg Product is a tasty alternative. It uses only egg whites, which don’t usually contain salmonella and it’s pasteurized. On a side note, Egg Beaters are considered a processed food due to the added B vitamins and thickeners like xanthan gum and guar gum.

Ingredients Needed

• Eggs or Egg Beaters – buy pasteurized eggs for safety or egg white powder if you want to eliminate risk yet avoid processed foods.
• Vanilla protein powder – you could also use a scoop of collagen powder as well. Use a brand that you enjoy. 
• Sugar substitute – I use Truvia, but maple syrup, honey, dates, or stevia would all work. Adjust the amount of sweetener to account for any sweetness from the protein powder and the banana used.
• Milk or milk substitute – I use 2% milk, but almond, cashew, or soy milk are all very good. Greek yogurt can also be used to up the protein amount as well!
• Banana – use an overly ripe banana. If it isn’t frozen, simply add an extra ice cube.
• Vanilla and rum extract – these flavors will give your smoothie the classic eggnog flavor.
• Ice cubes – helps to thicken the smoothie.
• Cinnamon and nutmeg – you only need a pinch of both.

Steps To Make This Recipe

This one could not be easier. 

1. Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. 
2. Pour into glasses and garnish with more cinnamon and nutmeg, if desired.

More Smoothie Recipes To Try

• Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Smoothie
• Peach Pie Smoothie
• High Fiber Banana Almond Smoothie
• Sweet Green Smoothie
• Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

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