Description
Creamy holiday eggnog pie showcases festive flavors from classic Christmas traditions. Rich custard filling nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust delivers seasonal comfort you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup cold eggnog
- 1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed and room temperature
Cream and Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 cups cold heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons bourbon, spiced rum, or brandy (optional)
Spices and Sweeteners:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, plus more for garnish
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the eggnog pudding base by whisking together eggnog, nutmeg, and pudding mix until it reaches a soft, creamy consistency, approximately 2 minutes at room temperature.
- In a separate mixing bowl, blend cream cheese with powdered sugar and bourbon (if using) until completely smooth and uniform.
- Gradually incorporate heavy cream into the cream cheese mixture, whipping until stiff, voluminous peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the eggnog pudding mixture in two separate additions, ensuring a light, airy texture without deflating the mixture.
- Transfer the combined filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading evenly and creating a smooth surface.
- Cover the pie carefully and refrigerate for 12 hours to allow the filling to set and flavors to meld completely.
- Before serving, garnish the chilled pie with the remaining whipped cream, creating decorative swirls or peaks across the surface.
- Finish by delicately dusting the top with a light sprinkle of fresh nutmeg for an aromatic holiday touch.
Notes
- Use full-fat eggnog for richer, more decadent pie flavor and smoother texture.
- Chill mixing bowls and beaters beforehand to help cream whip faster and hold peaks better.
- Swap bourbon with rum or vanilla extract for family-friendly version or different flavor profile.
- Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free graham cracker or gingersnap cookie crust instead of traditional pie shell.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg