33 Festive Eggnog Desserts
Updated: Feb. 15, 2024
Go outside the glass! These eggnog desserts satisfy cravings for seasonal sweets.
Regardless of whether it’s homemade eggnog or store-bought, the holiday season isn’t complete without a glass of eggnog. But that doesn’t mean you can only drink eggnog.
These eggnog desserts use the iconic beverage in pie recipes, cakes, truffles, cheesecake and so much more. Serve these sweets at a holiday party, for Christmas Day dessert or as cookies for Santa!
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Eggnog Truffles
I found this eggnog dessert recipe in a grocery store handout. I tweaked the ingredients to create a stronger flavor and everyone loves them. They make great gifts during the holidays. —Angela Randjelovic, Independence, Ohio
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Eggnog Mini Loaves
The seasonal flavors of eggnog, rum extract and nutmeg shine through in these moist, golden loaves. Tender slices are just right with a cup of coffee. Use homemade eggnog or your favorite store-bought brand. —Beverly Elmore, Spokane, Michigan
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Eggnog Pumpkin Pie
My mom’s is the absolute best pumpkin pie I’ve ever tasted. Eggnog is her signature ingredient in the creamy custard filling. —Terri Gonzalez, Roswell, New Mexico
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Eggnog Tres Leches Cake
When the holidays roll around, my family eagerly anticipates sampling this eggnog dessert. Its rich eggnog flavor is delightful. —Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois
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Eggnog Pie
Even better than holiday eggnog in a glass is eggnog on a plate! This creamy pie delivers all that rich, wonderful flavor. It’s pretty, too, with a sprinkling of nutmeg on top. —Florence Shaw, East Wenatchee, Washington
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Winning Cranberry Cheesecake
The holidays wouldn't be complete without cranberries and eggnog. I use them both in this flavorful cheesecake that's the perfect finale for a special dinner. Set it out at the start of the meal, not just to solicit "oohs" and "aahs," but to remind folks to save room for dessert! —Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey
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Eggnog Cookies
Eggnog desserts are just right for the holiday season. This cookie’s flavor fits right into the holiday spirit—pick your favorite cookie cutter shapes to make them even more festive! —Myra Innes, Auburn, Kansas
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Contest-Winning Eggnog Cake
This impressive layered eggnog cake, perfect for holiday parties, will make you wish eggnog wasn’t a seasonal ingredient. —Debra Frappolli, Wayne, New Jersey
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Christmas Morning Sweet Rolls
These make-ahead rolls have been a holiday tradition for years. The eggnog in the frosting makes them extra special on Christmas morning. —Kimberly Williams, Brownsburg, Indiana
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Spiced Eggnog Rum Cookies
One year, when I had a lot of eggnog on hand, I created a new eggnog dessert recipe. The flavor is subtle, but somehow the eggnog transforms regular sugar cookies into something exceptional for the holidays. —Mark Banick, Turner, Oregon
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Peppermint Cheesecake on a Stick
Surprise guests with a fun eggnog dessert—dipped cheesecake wedges you can eat without a fork. Whenever my son has one, he jokes that he wants to quit his job so he can sell them! —Maria Morelli, Kelowna, British Columbia
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No-Churn Eggnog Soft-Serve Ice Cream
As a fanatical lover of all things eggnog, I like to say that this soft-serve eggnog ice cream stole my heart. Served with gingerbread or holiday cookies, it’s bound to find a place in your heart as well. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
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Eggnog Biscotti
You may substitute additional eggnog if rum isn't your thing. For a variation, try using one of the flavored eggnogs available around the holidays. —Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta
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Eggnog Fudge
I experimented with many eggnog desserts before coming up with the winning combination of eggnog and fudge. —Richell Welch, Buffalo, Texas
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Reindeer Tracks
This is the first cookie recipe I’ve ever created! It captures the essence of the holidays because there’s a trace of eggnog flavor in these adorable reindeer hoof prints. You can add red and green frosting to make them even more Christmasy or use brown sprinkles for a more natural reindeer look. —Pam Sano, Voorhees, New Jersey
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Eggnog Cheesecake
I make good use of extra eggnog by creating this luscious cheesecake. A bit of rum extract adds a special taste. —Kristen Grula, Hazleton, Pennsylvania
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Cranberry Chip Monkey Bread
Monkey bread is no stranger at our house, but I wanted a holiday version. This eggnog dessert with cranberries is a breakfast treat or knockout dessert. —Katherine Wollgast, Florissant, MO
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Frosted Eggnog Cutout Cookies
My husband loves the creamy richness of eggnog, so I add it to the dough and buttercream icing in these cookies. Top each one with a sprinkle of nutmeg. —Joan Sarge, Asheville, North Carolina
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Eggnog Pound Cake
When you’re having company, this eggnog dessert—served with a custard sauce and a dash of nutmeg—inspires oohs and aahs.
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Eggnog Cutout Cookies
I created this cookie recipe because my sons liked eggnog so much. After frosting the cookies, you can add to their festive flair by sprinkling them with colored sugar. —Glenna Tooman, Boise, Idaho
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Christmas Gingerbread Trifle
Trifle desserts make eye-catching centerpieces. I garnish mine using candy canes and red and green M&M's. Think of the merry possibilities as a kid-friendly project. —Cheryl Tompkins, Kingsville, Missouri
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Eggnog Pie
Even better than holiday eggnog in a glass is eggnog on a plate! This creamy pie delivers all that rich, wonderful flavor. It’s pretty, too, with a sprinkling of nutmeg on top. —Florence Shaw, East Wenatchee, Washington
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Cranberry Eggnog Cheesecake Bars
My family loves everything cheesecake. These bars combine tart cranberries and rich cream cheese in an irresistible eggnog dessert! —Carmell Childs, Orangeville, Utah
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Eggnog Bread
Someone always asks for the recipe when I make this rich eggnog dessert for the holidays or give as gifts. It’s easy to make and quite delicious. The bread is a traditional part of the season at my home here in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. —Ruth Bickel, Hickory, North Carolina
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Double Whammy Eggnog Cookies
These cookies are an amazing way to use extra eggnog. They’ve become a new family classic. — Teresa Morris, Laurel, Delaware
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Cranberry Eggnog Muffins
No one in my house wants to finish the leftover eggnog or cranberry sauce, so I use those ingredients to make warm muffins that vanish. —Nancy Mock, Colchester, Vermont
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Butterscotch Eggnog Stars
These yellow star-shaped cookies with a “stained-glass” center are almost too pretty to eat! But they have a rich eggnog flavor that is irresistible. Although it takes a little time and patience to prepare, this eggnog dessert is worth every minute! —Cheryl Hemmer, Swansea, Illinois
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Overnight Cranberry-Eggnog Coffee Cake
To use up leftover eggnog, cranberries and pecans from the holiday season, I added them to a classic coffee cake recipe. Mix it all together the night before, and bake it in the morning. —Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas
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Eggnog Fruit Bread
Presents from the pantry are a tradition in my family, and this moist, fruity quick bread is a favorite. I wrap loaves in cellophane and garnish with stickers and curly ribbons. —Margo Stich, Rochester, Minnesota
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Eggnog Mousse
Guests will always find room for this light, fluffy eggnog dessert. It makes an elegant, refreshing finish for heavier meals—and it’s also a great way to use up any extra eggnog in the fridge. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
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Eggnog Cream Puffs
If you want to receive rave reviews and recipe requests, combine two Christmas classics: eggnog and cream puffs. When it comes to Santa, this recipe goes on the “nice” list! —Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New YorkOriginally Published: October 19, 2021
