Ingredients:
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2 cups non-dairy milk of choice (almond, cashew, etc.)
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2 cups full fat coconut milk (canned)
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6 egg yolks
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1 tbsp. vanilla extract
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1/4 cup maple syrup
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1 tsp. nutmeg
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1 tbsp. cinnamon
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pinch of salt
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optional 1 cup bourbon or rum
Instructions:
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Bring milk, coconut milk, vanilla, and spices to simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes then remove from heat.
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Whisk eggs yolks and maple syrup together in a large mixing bowl.
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Temper egg yolks by slowly adding milk mixture while whisking so eggs don't curdle.
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Continue until the entire mixture is together in a bowl, then return mixture to heat in saucepan.
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Simmer on low while whisking for another 5-7 minutes.
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Remove eggnog from heat, mix in alcohol (if desired) and let the egg nog cool in the refrigerator to firm up for at least an hour.
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Serve with a pinch of nutmeg and enjoy!
