I can’t get enough of eggnog once the holiday season rolls around, and this collection of 18 eggnog desserts is my favorite way to keep that spiced, creamy magic going. From soft cookies to dreamy cheesecakes, every single recipe packs that rich holiday flavor I crave all December long. Let’s dive into all things eggnog!
1. Instant Pot Eggnog Cheesecake
This Instant Pot cheesecake is a holiday dream, full of warm cinnamon, a touch of nutmeg, and that unmistakable eggnog richness. It’s super creamy and decadent in all the right ways. If you’re looking for the ultimate Christmas dessert, this is the one.
2. Eggnog Gingerbread Tiramisu
This tiramisu is a showstopper on any holiday table, and everyone who tries it falls in love. I layer a mascarpone cream spiked with eggnog between coffee dipped gingerbread men, then finish with a cloud of whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder. It’s simply amazing.
3. Eggnog Snickerdoodles
These snickerdoodles are chewy, spicy with nutmeg, and bursting with real eggnog flavor. They come together in a snap, and I love that there’s no need to chill the dough. A batch of these warm cookies is non negotiable in my kitchen every holiday season.
4. Eggnog Cookies
These cookies walk that perfect line: they have plenty of eggnog flavor to satisfy the die hards, but they’re mellow enough to win over everyone else at the party. The soft cookie gets a swirl of eggnog spiked frosting and a sprinkle of ground nutmeg. Perfect for piling high on holiday platters.
5. Eggnog Bread Pudding
This bread pudding is my absolute favorite way to use up that last bit of eggnog in the carton. I reach for soft brioche or challah for the base, then drench the whole thing in a luscious brown butter and rum glaze. The sauce, also made with brown butter and eggnog, is ridiculously good.
6. Eggnog Curd
This Snowball curd weaves the cheerful cocktail flavors into a classic tangy lemon curd. It’s seriously good, and I love gifting little jars of it or slathering it on a flaky croissant on Christmas morning.
7. Eggnog Macarons
I have to make these macarons every single Christmas without fail. The shells are light and delicate, and the filling is a dreamy ganache infused with eggnog, nutmeg, and a splash of Bourbon whiskey. The flavor is truly unforgettable.
8. Eggnog Whipped Cream
This eggnog whipped cream is the easiest way to add a little holiday magic to any dessert. It’s light, fluffy, and spiked with that unmistakable cozy spice. I dollop it on everything from warm pie to hot cocoa.
9. Eggnog Poke Cake
This tender yellow cake gets filled with creamy eggnog pudding and finished with a fluffy layer of whipped topping. It’s one of my favorite easy holiday cakes, and it’s so convenient for feeding a big crowd. A brilliant way to use up leftover eggnog, too.
10. Eggnog Truffles
These truffles are the ultimate holiday treat, and they’re so easy to make. Each bite is deliciously sweet with creamy white chocolate, rum, vanilla, and a dusting of nutmeg. I love making a batch to gift to someone special, or just to keep all for myself.
11. Mini Eggnog Cheesecake Bites
These little cheesecake bites are ultra rich and so creamy, with a buttery graham cracker crust holding everything together. I top them with a fluffy dollop of whipped cream spiked with Mexican eggnog for a truly festive finish. They’re perfect for making ahead, which is a lifesaver when you’re hosting a big Christmas party.
12. White Chocolate Dipped Croquembouche Filled with Eggnog Pastry Cream
This croquembouche is an elegant showpiece that looks straight out of a holiday dream. Homemade choux pastry, whipped up from just a handful of pantry staples, hides a silky pastry cream infused with eggnog. A final dip in warm white chocolate adds the perfect touch of sweetness for Christmas.
13. Eggnog Ice Cream
Nothing beats a scoop of homemade eggnog ice cream when the days get cold and festive. It’s silky, rich, and carries every bit of that classic nutmeg kissed nog taste.
I love it straight from the bowl, letting it soften just enough to get extra creamy. A simple, dreamy holiday treat.
14. Mocha Eggnog Sundae
Raise a glass, or better yet a sundae dish, to this luscious holiday creation. It pairs scoops of chocolate and coffee ice cream with a spiced bourbon eggnog drizzle that takes it over the top. The flavor combo is absolutely insane and so festive for Christmas parties.
15. Eggnog Sugar Cookies
These soft, frosted sugar cookies are so tender they practically dissolve on your tongue. They’re deliciously sweet and make the prettiest addition to any holiday cookie tray. I just know they’ll become a brand new tradition in my house.
16. Eggnog Bundt Cake with Sour Cream and Rum Icing
This sweet bundt cake is my go to for December potlucks, holiday parties, and Christmas dinners. A blend of warm baking spices, tangy sour cream, and real eggnog keeps it incredibly moist and full of flavor. The rum icing draped over the top is the perfect finishing touch.
17. Eggnog Fudge
Sweet, creamy, and with just a hint of spice, this eggnog fudge is so simple to make at home. I love whipping up a huge batch as soon as the season starts because my friends and family devour it in minutes. It’s almost too good to be true.
18. Eggnog Donuts
These baked donuts are so soft, fluffy, and completely loaded with eggnog in both the batter and the glaze. They’re ridiculously easy to whip up and turn a slow winter morning into something really special. The whole kitchen smells like the holidays.
