Chai Eggnog Mocktail
This cozy mocktail swirls creamy eggnog with spicy chai tea and a touch of vanilla. Serve warm or cold for a festive, alcohol-free sip that’s perfect for the holidays!
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Heatproof mug or cup
- Mixing bowl (for large batch)
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Serving glasses
- Small spoon
Ingredients
- 2 chai tea bags
- 1 cup water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1.5 cups eggnog store-bought or homemade
- 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract optional
- whipped cream for topping, optional
- extra nutmeg or cinnamon for topping
Instructions
- Heat water in a small saucepan until hot but not boiling.
- Add chai tea bags and cinnamon sticks. Steep for 5–7 minutes. Remove tea bags and cinnamon.
- Whisk in eggnog, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla extract (if using). Warm gently—do not boil.
- Pour into mugs. Top with whipped cream and a dusting of nutmeg or cinnamon if desired.
Notes
Steep chai a little longer for a spicier kick (but not more than 7 minutes). Whole cinnamon sticks add a rounder spice than ground. For a lighter version, mix half eggnog and half milk. Serve in clear mugs for a festive look and top with whipped cream and extra nutmeg.