Sure, let’s dive into the delightful world of Diabetic Holiday Eggnog, a recipe crafted with love and health in mind, perfect for those festive gatherings or cozy holiday evenings at home. 🎄✨
Diabetic Holiday Eggnog
Description: Dive into the joy of the season with this Diabetic Holiday Eggnog, a guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any occasion where you crave a creamy, spiced treat without the worry of a sugar overload.
Recipe Category: Beverages
Keywords: Healthy, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 15 Mins, Refrigerator, Stove Top
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 85.3
- Fat Content: 1.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 55.3mg
- Sodium Content: 90.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10.3g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 1.4g
- Protein Content: 6.5g
Servings: 8 (4oz. servings)
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Skim milk |
| 2 tsp | Cornstarch |
| 12 packets | Equal sugar substitute |
| 2 | Eggs |
| 2 tsp | Vanilla |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 2 cups | Skim milk (chilled) |
| 1/8 tsp | Ground nutmeg |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base:
- In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups of skim milk, cornstarch, and Equal sugar substitute.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
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Thicken the Mixture:
- Allow the mixture to boil for about 1 minute, continuing to stir constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
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Temper the Eggs:
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs.
- Gradually add about half of the hot milk mixture into the beaten eggs, whisking continuously to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
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Incorporate the Egg Mixture:
- Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, stirring constantly.
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Thicken and Flavor:
- Cook the mixture over low heat until it begins to thicken slightly, ensuring to stir constantly to maintain a smooth consistency.
- Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until well combined.
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Chill and Serve:
- Allow the eggnog mixture to cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, transfer the mixture to the refrigerator and chill until cold, typically for at least 2 hours or until ready to serve.
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Final Touches:
- Once chilled, remove the eggnog from the refrigerator.
- Stir in 2 cups of chilled skim milk to achieve the desired consistency.
- Serve the eggnog in small glasses, and sprinkle each serving with a dash of ground nutmeg for that classic holiday flavor.
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Enjoy!
- Your Diabetic Holiday Eggnog is ready to be enjoyed by you and your loved ones.
- Savor the creamy texture and festive spices, knowing that each sip is both delicious and diabetes-friendly.
Note: The listed cooking time does not include the chill time in the refrigerator, so be sure to plan accordingly for the eggnog to reach its optimum temperature before serving.
This Diabetic Holiday Eggnog recipe not only satisfies your cravings for a traditional holiday favorite but also allows you to indulge without sacrificing your health goals. Share the joy of the season with this flavorful and guilt-free treat! 🥛✨
