If you grew up thinking eggnog only comes in a sad yellow carton from the grocery store—bless your heart. You deserve better. Your gut, your tastebuds, and honestly your whole holiday vibe deserve better.
Enter: homemade eggnog made with organic (or raw) milk and raw, pastured eggs.
It’s basically Christmas magic in a cup—but creamier, richer, and actually good for you.
Okay, “good for you” might sound dramatic… but stay with me.
1. It’s basically a protein shake wearing a Santa hat
Raw, pastured eggs are the original protein shake—long before gyms existed, bodybuilders were throwing these back like champs.
They’re full of:
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High-quality protein
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Healthy fats
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Vitamins A, D, E & K
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Choline (aka brain fuel)
Add some organic or raw milk and now you’ve got calcium, healthy fats, CLA, and real nutrients—not the watered-down stuff from the store that tastes like melted candles.
2. Raw, organic milk = the good kind of creamy
Let’s be honest—raw milk has a cult following for a reason. People notice:
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Better digestion
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More nutrients still intact
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Natural enzymes
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Healthy fats that keep you full
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A flavor so good you’ll question everything you thought you knew about milk
And when you blend it into eggnog?
Chef’s kiss. Absolute holiday perfection.
3. Ingredients you can pronounce (shocking.)
Homemade eggnog typically includes:
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Eggs
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Milk
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Cream
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Maple syrup or honey
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Nutmeg
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Cinnamon
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Vanilla
That’s it.
No carrageenan, no artificial thickeners, no mystery “flavorings,” and definitely no science-experiment preservatives.
Just real food. Real ingredients. Real holiday cheer.
4. Sweetened naturally = no sugar crash
When you make it at home, you control the sweetness.
Use:
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Maple syrup (minerals!)
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Honey (antioxidants!)
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Or keep it lightly sweet and let the spices shine
Your blood sugar will thank you later when everyone else is falling asleep on the couch at 3pm.
5. It actually satiates you
Between the protein, healthy fats, and natural carbs, homemade eggnog gives you steady energy—not the sugar-spiked rollercoaster of store-bought nog.
Drink it in the afternoon and suddenly you’re not ravenously attacking the cookie tray like a gremlin.
It’s called balance, sweetie.
6. It’s nostalgic and good for the nervous system
Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg activate your parasympathetic nervous system—the “rest and digest” mode.
Translation:
It’s cozy. It’s grounding. It’s self-care.
And homemade eggnog smells like Christmas happiness—which, according to science (and your chiropractor), is great for stress reduction.
But… let’s talk raw eggs and dairy for a sec.
We have to say this part: consuming raw eggs carries a small risk of foodborne illness.
Most people who choose raw eggs:
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Source pastured eggs
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Know their farmer
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Crack them fresh
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Use safe kitchen practices
This isn’t a medical recommendation—just educational info.
Do what feels right for you and your family. I personally purchase raw A2 milk from a local dairy, but that's what works for our family (again, this is not medical advice). If you can't or choose not to get "raw" milk, the next best thing would be Organic milk, even better if it's A2 for easier digestion.
6. Your grandmother approves
This is the way eggnog was made for centuries.
Before factories.
Before fillers.
Before we forgot that real food tastes better.
Homemade eggnog is truly traditional, nutrient-dense, and honestly—it just hits different.
Ready to try it?
If you want to feel like a pioneer woman with holiday spirit (but without milking your own cow), here’s a simple base recipe:
Blend together:
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4–6 pastured eggs
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3 cups organic or raw milk
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1 cup cream
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⅓ cup maple syrup
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1–2 tsp vanilla
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Nutmeg + cinnamon to taste
Serve chilled, warm, or however your holiday heart desires.
Final Thoughts
Homemade eggnog is one of those rare things that’s:
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Delicious
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Nutrient-dense
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Comforting
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Traditional
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FUN
It’s basically the spirit of Christmas in a cup—
and your body won’t be mad about it, either.
Now go forth, whisk something magical, and sip like the classy, health-conscious holiday queen you are.
Merry Christmas,
Emily Huschka, Chiro Wifey + Pro "crunchy" mom
