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Egg Nog Pie

Can you tell how much I LOVE Egg Nog?
I love it, I love it, I love it. I LOVE IT!

As soon as I can buy Egg Nog, you can see Kaylynn in her happiest state. True story.

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Can you freeze egg nog?

I finally got wise and tested out if Egg Nog would FREEZE well. I was tired of wanting Egg Nog in the summer and waiting until Christmas. These are my kinds of ridiculous problems.

And yes, in case you were curious, Southern Comfort freezes VERY well. I tested it and legitimately couldn’t tell the difference between the fresh and frozen Nog. Happy day!

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How I Make Egg Nog Pie

A few years ago a friend sent me her recipe for her grandmother’s Egg Nog pie. I tried it and could see how it was a favorite for her family, but it wasn’t a fit for our family.

That got me thinking, “WHY have I never had an Egg Nog pie?” Does a good Egg Nog Pie recipe even exist?

I wanted to keep it simple:
Cookie Crust.
Custard.
LOTS of Egg Nog flavor.
Nutmeg dusted on top.
(or not …. which picture do you like better: No Nutmeg, or Yes Nutmeg?)

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I definitely knew the crust HAD to be Biscoff cookies. That screams Christmas and was the perfect addition of spice to a subtle, egg-noggy flavor.

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Crust or Custard?

I tried several variations of this Egg Nog pie recipe.
Double crust, single custard.
Single crust, double the custard.
Double crust, double the custard.

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It got real confusing, REAL FAST.
In the end I went with a single layer of crust, double the custard, extra whipped cream folding INTO the custard, and whipped cream on top. Because you can never have too much whipped cream, right?

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Egg Nog Pie

A ginger cookie crust topped with a creamy egg nog custard and whipped cream. This pie screams CHRISTMAS!

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 2 cups Biscoff cookies crushed
  • 3 TB unsalted butter melted

For the Custard:

  • 1 cup Egg Nog separated
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla

For the Cream:

  • 1 cup Egg Nog
  • 1 3.4 oz box vanilla pudding mix
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup whipped cream (Cool whip works too!)

Optional:

  • whipped cream for topping
  • Nutmeg for dusting

Instructions

Crust:

  • Melt butter.

  • Crush Biscoff cookies.

  • Combine in an 8 or 9 inch pie dish; take it up the sides.

  • OPTIONAL: bake crust 5-10 minutes

Custard:

  • In a bowl, whisk egg yolks until combined and all yellow. Set aside.

  • In a saucepan, combine milk, vanilla, and 1 cup of Egg Nog.

  • Stir constantly until lightly boiling.

  • Pour approximately 1/2 cup of the hot egg nog mixture into the yolk mixture.

  • Stir constantly! (We don't want to cook the eggs or have CLUMPS!)

  • Add yolk mixture back into the hot mixture on the stove.

  • Continue stirring until the mixture "coats" the back of your spoon.

  • Remove from heat and put in a bowl.

  • Strain mixture into a glass bowl.

  • Cover the bowl completely with plastic and let cool in the fridge.

Cream Mixture:

  • In a bowl, mix the remaining 1 cup of Egg Nog, the vanilla pudding powder mix, and 3/4 cup powdered sugar.

  • Fold in 1 cup of whipped cream.

Assembly!

  • Gently combine the cooled custard and cream mixture.

  • Pour into the cooled Biscoff cookie crust.

  • Top with additional whipped cream.

  • OPTIONAL: dust with Nutmeg.

Full disclosure: My slices did NOT work out for me. As you can see from the picture below.

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I am a FIRM believer in NOT BAKING my crusts. I grew up eating pies that way and I think it tastes better. HOWEVER, I suffer and curse myself every time I have to take a pretty picture of a slice of pie. This looks like a pile of YUCK – but that’s NOT to say it is gross. Since I didn’t bake the crust it didn’t come out as clean as it could have. But it tasted PERFECT.

Take that for what it’s worth!

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For this recipe, here are some of the “must have” tools:

Here are a few of my other favorite Egg Nog recipes:

Egg Nog Tiramisu
Egg Nog cakes with Egg Nog Drizzle
Egg Nog Pound cake

And don’t forget – some of my friends have AMAZING Egg Nog recipes on their blogs as well. Ashlee makes homemade egg nog, Ali makes Egg Nog French Toast, and Amber has egg nog cream puffs. YUM!!!

Have you tried egg nog pie before? Let me know in a comment below!

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FAQs

How do you make store bought eggnog better? ›

Top each glass with a dash of nutmeg (freshly grated is best) and a pinch of finely grated orange zest. Serve and enjoy, preferably near a crackling fireplace.

What food goes good with eggnog? ›

And while chocolate cake is at the top of the list of desserts that pair well with eggnog, you can't go wrong with any sweet. Pumpkin pie and apple crumble are the next two on the list.

How much egg nog is used in the qd pumpkin pie recipe? ›

Ingredients
  1. Dough for single-crust pie.
  2. 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin.
  3. 1-1/4 cups eggnog.
  4. 2/3 cup sugar.
  5. 3 large eggs.
  6. 1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice.
  7. 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  8. Whipped cream, optional.
Aug 9, 2023

What is eggnog made of? ›

Eggnog is traditionally made with eggs, egg yolk, sugar, milk, heavy cream and vanilla extract. It's often spiked with brandy, rum or other liquor, and topped with freshly grated nutmeg and/or cinnamon sticks.

Why does store bought eggnog taste different? ›

Made with the typical ingredients (minus the alcohol), you'll also find thickeners and stabilizers, artificial colors and flavors; some are also sweetened with high fructose corn syrup.

Does eggnog get better with age? ›

They found, unanimously, that aged nog was mellower and smoother than fresh nog. Similarly, Alton Brown says that "the longer the nog ages, the more mellow it will get." In The Art of Eating, Holly Jennings found three-week nog to be "rounder, smoother, and noticeably more complex."

What's the best alcohol to mix with eggnog? ›

While you may typically reach for a bottle of rum or whiskey for eggnog, amaro and tequila are also good options. Some people who use reposado tequila in their eggnog like to complement it with an Amontillado sherry.

What liquid goes with eggnog? ›

However, there are a few things to consider when making your purchase at the liquor store.
  • Brandy: Makes the Most Traditional Eggnog.
  • Rum: Blends Seamlessly, Keeping the Eggnog Flavor Intact.
  • Bourbon: Eggnog With a Kick.
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Is eggnog best warm or cold? ›

Is Eggnog Served Hot or Cold? Eggnog is traditionally served as a punch at parties, and as such, is usually chilled or room temperature. However, warmed eggnog is also a delightful treat. In this case, we say "to each your own!" Enjoy your eggnog however you like it.

What size pumpkin is best for pie? ›

Sugar Baby Pumpkin

Also known as Sugar Pie pumpkins, these thin-skinned squash are smaller (4-8 lbs.) and have a sweet, dense flesh with a fine-grained, smooth texture. The cooked flesh is a bit drier, which makes a great pie filling.

What if I put too much evaporated milk in my pumpkin pie? ›

Pies with too much evaporated milk formed blisters on top.

Though the interior of the filling had a great, creamy texture. The flavor was ever-so-slightly muted and had a hint of milkiness to it.

What's in Pennsylvania Dutch egg nog? ›

Our award-winning Egg Nog is a decadent blend of dairy cream, rum, eggs, brandy and blended whiskey.

What kind of alcohol is in eggnog? ›

Eggnog is typically made with rum, brandy or bourbon, and Brown likes to start with a combination of dark rum and cognac. But there's no need to go premium; he recommends using an affordable, high-proof VS cognac. The higher alcohol level will cut through the sweetness of the rest of the ingredients.

What country invented eggnog? ›

It is first attested in medieval England in the 14th century. Although the treat originated in Britain, the term eggnog first appeared in Britain's North American colonies—soon to be the United States—in 1775.

Can you eat raw eggs in eggnog? ›

If a recipe calls for folding raw, beaten egg whites into the eggnog, use pasteurized eggs. It has not been proven that raw egg whites are free of Salmonella bacteria. If you purchase eggnog from your local grocery store, the eggnog has been prepared with pasteurized eggs. You do not need to cook it.

How do you add liquor to store bought eggnog? ›

The golden ratio for this little holiday cheer is 1 to 5. Just to be clear, that's 1 part booze to 5 parts eggnog (definitely not the other way around). And once you've mixed it all up, ensure you serve it with flair. Top each glass with a dash of freshly grated nutmeg and maybe a cinnamon stick for added flavour.

Why you should be careful with that eggnog? ›

Refrigerated eggs with clean, uncracked shells can still be contaminated with Salmonella bacteria. Eggs must be cooked to 160 degrees F to kill bacteria such as Salmonella that may be present. If your eggnog recipe calls for raw eggs, it may not be safe.

Does store bought eggnog go bad? ›

The Food and Drug Administration suggests consuming commercial eggnog within three to five days of opening a carton, and you should drink homemade eggnog within two to four days of making. If you're unsure whether eggnog has gone off, give it a whiff, and check for these signs: lumpy texture. spoiled milk smell.

What makes eggnog taste good? ›

Eggnog is very sweet and creamy, somewhat like a custard. Some have a little bit of sweet spice thanks to the cinnamon added to eggnog. You can also add vanilla to your drink for a special touch in your drink.

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