Eggnog Smoothie

It’s hard not to gain weight during the Holidays. All that candy at Halloween, food galore during Thanksgiving, and then there’s Christmas with all the chocolate candies, Christmas cookies, cakes and pies, and the eggnog.

I love eggnog! I can’t wait until Thanksgiving because that’s when it starts showing up in the stores.

But if you’re like me, you’re wondering, “how am I supposed to maintain my weight during the Holidays?”

I say this as I’m trying to put on my jeans.

My answer to you is this creamy Eggnog Smoothie. All the flavors of eggnog, but much easier on your waistline.

For this smoothie, I use Silk’s Eggnog for the eggnog flavor and cashew milk for its creaminess.

For the sweetness, I add two bananas. You won’t be finding any sugar, honey, agave nectar, or maple syrup in this smoothie. Leave that for the Christmas cookies.

I also like to add in a couple teaspoons of fiber. I find that an easy way to take in my fiber, by adding it to my smoothies or smoothie bowls. Of course, you won’t find fiber in the list of ingredients because its a personal option of mine, but feel free to if you like.

The best thing about this smoothie, you can make it the night before and it will taste better and become even creamier in the morning because the ingredients have a chance to mingle.

So let’s raise our glasses of Eggnog Smoothies to help us all get through this Holiday season without overindulging.

Cheers!

As always, if you do make this Eggnog Smoothie, please leave a comment below, or share it with me by tagging your Instagram with #sweetandspicymonkey, so I can see all the smoothie goodness you create in your kitchen. Happy Eating!

This Eggnog Smoothie is a healthier option for you during the Holidays so you can indulge in the flavors of the season without all the guilt. Dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, egg-free, vegan.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Silk Eggnog
• 8 ounces cashew milk
• 2 bananas, sliced
• 2 Tablespoons vanilla protein powder
• 1/2 cup uncooked oatmeal
• 2 teaspoons ground flaxseed
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Optional – 4 Tablespoons chia seeds

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients into a high speed blender.
2. Blend on Medium to High speed until all ingredients are mixed together and pureed.
3. Pour into a tall glass.
4. Sprinkle a little nutmeg over the top.
5. Enjoy!
6. Optional – serve with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle of nutmeg. But that’s totally up to you!
7. *If making for the next morning, pour into an airtight container and place lid on top. Put into refrigerator to chill.

Notes

• If you do add the chia seeds to your smoothie, the coloring will be a little darker from the chia seeds.

Disclaimer – This is not a sponsored post. I was not asked by WhiteWave Foods or Silk to create this recipe. I just love the taste of their soy milk Eggnog.

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