Eggnog Pie Recipe: Creamy, Spiced, and Perfect for the Holidays
This eggnog pie recipe is a creamy and festive holiday dessert, perfect for Christmas gatherings. Made with rich eggnog, warm spices, and a buttery crust, it’s an easy-to-make treat that can be prepared as a no-bake pie or a baked custard pie for a firmer texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake) or 30 minutes (baked)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake or baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup sugar
- 6 tbsp melted butter
For the Filling:
- 2 cups eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping or heavy cream
For Garnish (Optional):
- Whipped cream
- Additional nutmeg or cinnamon
- Sugared cranberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a pie dish and chill for 30 minutes.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, whisk together eggnog, pudding mix, sugar, spices, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold in whipped topping for a light, airy texture.
- Assemble: Pour the mixture into the chilled crust and spread evenly.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Garnish & Serve: Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg before serving.
Notes
- For a baked version, use eggs instead of pudding mix and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30-35 minutes.
- Add rum extract or bourbon for a classic eggnog flavor.
- Use dairy-free eggnog and coconut whipped cream for a vegan alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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