10 Ways to Use Leftover Eggnog

Extend the festive mood

Holiday eggnog is much more versatile than you might imagine. If you have some leftover after a party, use it to make a rich, nutmeg-flavored sweet potato mash, add it to oatmeal, quickbread dough, or other drinks.

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Sweet potato mash

A little warm, spicy eggnog is the perfect complement to this delicious side dish.

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Oatmeal with eggnog

Even simple oatmeal can become a festive Christmas breakfast if you cook it with eggnog instead of water.

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Ice cubes

Freeze eggnog in an ice cube tray and keep it in the freezer to add to a variety of drinks, including iced coffee, smoothies, and root beer cocktails.

French toast with eggnog

French toast becomes even richer and creamier by adding eggnog to your eggs instead of regular cream. Dip challah slices in the mixture, let them soak, and toast for the perfect brunch treat.

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Eggnog latte

No frothing pan? No problem! You can still make this delicious coffee using a glass jar or an immersion blender. Simply swirl some eggnog in the jar (or blend it) until frothy, microwave it, and then add it to your espresso. Sprinkle with freshly grated nutmeg, if desired.

Biscuits with eggnog

Soft, flaky biscuits get a subtle sweetness when you use eggnog instead of cream or milk.

Recipe: Biscuits with baking powder

Rice pudding or dessert risotto with eggnog

Add a ladle of eggnog to risotto at the very end for a richer, creamier dish. Or use it as the base liquid in rice pudding for an unexpectedly delicious flavor.

Recipe: Rice pudding (kheer) with coconut

White Russian with Eggnog

Instead of regular cream, add eggnog to this classic winter drink with vodka and coffee liqueur. Is it a dessert or a cocktail? The choice is yours.

Recipe: White Russian Cocktail

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Eggnog syrup

Mix maple syrup with eggnog, warm gently to thicken, and use as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, or crepes.

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