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Eggnog Iced Coffee Recipe with Eggnog Ice Cubes ☕🥚

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☃️ Iced Coffee with Eggnog Ice Cubes

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Enjoy a truly decadent holiday beverage with this simple Eggnog Iced Coffee Recipe.

The genius of this drink lies in freezing the eggnog into mini ice cubes, which slowly melt and infuse the coffee with rich, sweet, spiced flavor instead of diluting it with plain water.

This easy Christmas coffee drink requires minimal hands-on effort, though you do need to plan ahead to allow time for the eggnog cubes to freeze solid.

It’s a perfect special treat to serve to guests or to enjoy as a luxurious morning starter during the holidays!

Get ready for a fun, festive twist on your typical iced coffee that tastes absolutely amazing.

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The Magic of Eggnog Ice Cubes 🧊✨

The eggnog ice cubes are the key to this recipe’s success.

They ensure that as the ice melts, your coffee only gets richer and more flavorful, making every sip a holiday treat.

silicone mini ice cube tray filled with eggnog

Freezing and Flavor Tips ❄️

  • The Cubes: Silicone mini ice cube trays work best, as they are flexible and allow for quick freezing and easy removal.
  • The Coffee: Make sure to brew your coffee strong! The richness of the eggnog and cream/milk will balance out a robust coffee flavor, preventing the drink from tasting too weak or overly sweet.
  • Cooling Time: It’s important to let the freshly brewed coffee cool for at least 20 minutes before pouring it over the eggnog ice cubes. Pouring piping hot coffee directly on them will cause them to melt instantly.

eggnog mini ice cubes in glass

Customizing Richness and Sweetness 🥛

You have full control over how rich and sweet this decadent holiday drink turns out.

Cream vs. Milk

  • For Maximum Richness: Use heavy cream. This results in a very rich, luxurious beverage that feels indulgent—perfect for a Christmas morning treat.
  • For a Lighter Drink: Use milk (whole or 2%) to thin the drink slightly while still maintaining a creamy texture.
  • Dairy-Free Swap: If you need a vegan version, use a plant-based eggnog and a non-dairy creamer or milk alternative. 🌱

adding cream to iced coffee

Spice and Garnish

  • Sweetener: The recipe suggests sweetening the brewed coffee to taste. Use simple syrup, maple syrup, or sugar while the coffee is still warm.
  • The Finish: Don’t skip the garnish! A final sprinkle of cinnamon and/or nutmeg on top adds a beautiful aroma and enhances the classic eggnog flavor. 🤎

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Eggnog Iced Coffee Recipe ☕🥚

Prep time: 15 minutes
Total time: Overnight to Freeze
Yield: 4 Servings

🥣 Ingredients

  • 1 cup Eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
  • 4 cups Brewed Coffee (cooled) ☕
  • 1 cup Cream or Milk (depending on desired richness)
  • Cinnamon or Nutmeg to garnish

🥄 Supplies

📝 Instructions

  1. Freeze the Eggnog: Pour the eggnog into the mini ice cube molds and freeze overnight, or until completely solid.
  2. Prepare Coffee: Brew the coffee and allow the coffee to cool for at least 20 minutes before proceeding.
  3. Assemble: Add about ¼ cup of the frozen eggnog ice cubes to each of the four glasses.
  4. Pour Coffee: Pour 1 cup of the cooled brewed coffee into each glass, on top of the eggnog ice cubes.
  5. Finish with Cream: Top each beverage with ¼ cup of cold milk or cream.
  6. Garnish: Garnish each drink with a final sprinkle of nutmeg and/or cinnamon before serving. Enjoy!

Ready to Sip on This Holiday Treat? ⬇️

This Eggnog Iced Coffee is the perfect blend of winter warmth and cool refreshment.

Remember to plan ahead so those eggnog cubes are completely frozen!

Will you use cream or milk? 

Will you garnish with nutmeg, cinnamon or both? 

christmas iced coffee

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