This delicious eggnog pie recipe is the perfect dessert that brings seasonal cheer. It combines the rich, creamy goodness of eggnog with a graham cracker crust and nutmeg whipping cream that will leave your taste buds singing with delight.

This is a frozen pie that can be a no-bake if you buy it instead of make the graham cracker crust. With a nutmeg whipping cream topping, it is the perfect Christmas recipe. If you enjoy eggnog like I do, you also will want to try my eggnog sandwich cookies.

Delicious Eggnog Pie Recipe (Serves 8-10)

Growing up, I loved eggnog. Part of what I loved about this festive drink was how my mom prepared it. In my opinion, blended with ice is the best way to consume this holiday drink. This childhood tradition inspired this eggnog pie recipe.

To take the richness of eggnog and cut it with marshmallows and heavy cream not only adds depth but tones it down just slightly. Add in the woody, nutty flavor of nutmeg, and then the frozen pie component of this Christmas dessert, and you have a winning dish that will delight your guests.

Let’s dive into the recipe and make this Christmas truly memorable with the unforgettable taste of this delicious eggnog pie!

Eggnog Pie Recipe Ingredients

Crust (You can buy a pre-made graham cracker crust to make it even easier)

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (12 full crackers)
3 Tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
6 Tbsp (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted

Eggnog Pie Filling

1 cup eggnog
24 large marshmallows or 6 oz mini marshmallows (just over 2 cups mini)
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 cup heavy whipping cream

Eggnog Pie Nutmeg Whipping Cream Top

1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
2 Heaping Tbsp sugar
3/4 Tbsp honey
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp cinnamon
3/4 tsp nutmeg

How to Make this Delicious Eggnog Pie Recipe

Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix graham cracker crumbs, 3 Tbsp sugar, and salt in a medium bowl to blend. Add melted butter and stir to coat well. Press crust into a 9-inch diameter glass pie dish. Bake for 5 minutes. Cool completely.
Add marshmallows and eggnog to a double boiler or a glass bowl over a steaming pot of water. Fill the bottom pot with a few inches of water and boil on medium-high heat.
Heat marshmallows and eggnog, stirring occasionally, until marshmallows are completely dissolved. Immediately remove from heat, and allow to Cool.
Once cool, whisk in 1/4 tsp nutmeg until completely combined and smooth.
Whip 1 cup heavy cream until stiff peaks are formed. Fold into cooled marshmallow mixture until fairly smooth.
Pour into pie crust, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours or up to 2-3 months.
Combine 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, 1 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 1/2 Tbsp honey, 1 tsp vanilla, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp nutmeg in a mixing bowl. Whip on high until stiff peaks form.
Once ready to serve, remove the pie from the freezer and allow it to soften for 5-15 minutes so it is easier to slice. Time will vary depending on room temperature.
Spread whipping cream on top. This can be one big mound of whipping cream, or you can add some to a pastry bag and decorate it as shown. You may have some extra cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg and enjoy.

Elevate your dessert game this holiday season with a pie that not only celebrates tradition but also introduces a unique twist to the classic eggnog flavor.

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Course Dessert

Cuisine Baking

Servings 8 slices

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 12 full crackers
5 Tbsp sugar divided
1/4 tsp salt
6 Tbsp 3/4 stick unsalted butter, melted
1 cup eggnog
24 large marshmallows or 6 oz mini marshmallows just over 2 cups mini
1 tsp ground nutmeg divided
2 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream divided
3/4 Tbsp honey
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix graham cracker crumbs, 3 Tbsp sugar, and salt in a medium bowl to blend. Add melted butter and stir to coat well. Press crust into a 9-inch diameter glass pie dish. Bake for 5 minutes. Cool completely.
Add marshmallows and eggnog to a double boiler or a glass bowl over a steaming pot of water. Fill the bottom pot with a few inches of water and boil on medium-high heat.
Heat marshmallows and eggnog, stirring occasionally, until marshmallows are completely dissolved. Immediately remove from heat, and allow to Cool.
Once cool, whisk in 1/4 tsp nutmeg until completely combined and smooth.
Whip 1 cup heavy cream until stiff peaks are formed. Fold into cooled marshmallow mixture until fairly smooth.
Pour into pie crust, cover, and freeze for at least 4 hours or up to 2-3 months.
Combine 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, 1 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 1/2 Tbsp honey, 1 tsp vanilla, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp nutmeg in a mixing bowl. Whip on high until stiff peaks form.
Once ready to serve, remove the pie from the freezer and allow it to soften for 5-15 minutes so it is easier to slice. Time will vary depending on room temperature. Spread whipping cream on top. This can be one big mound of whipping cream, or you can add some to a pastry bag and decorate as shown. You may have some extra cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg and enjoy.

Is This a No-Bake Eggnog Pie?

Because you are technically baking the graham cracker crust for 5 minutes, it isn’t considered no-bake. That said, make it easy on yourself and buy a graham cracker crust at the store to make it a no-bake dessert.

How long can I keep this eggnog pie frozen?

Freeze this pie, completely covered, for 4 hours or up to 3 months. I find it best to make the whipping cream fresh the day it is served, but it is not necessary. If freezing after putting whipping cream on, stick in the freezer unwrapped for an hour or so until the whipping cream hardens. After whipping cream is solid, cover completely with syran wrap and then foil.

Can I add alcohol to this eggnog pie?

Brandy, dark rum, or cognac are common additions to eggnog. So, can you do these boozy additions to the pie? I developed an alcohol allergy, so I have not added alchol. That said, I don’t see any reason why you could add some to the marshmallow mixture. I would add it at the same time you stir in the nutmeg. I’d start with a tablespoon, taste, and add more until you have an amount that seems balanced.

Could I do a different crust?

I landed on doing a graham cracker crust because it is always a favorite. That said, I had considered doing a gingersnap pie crust like the one found here. If you try that, let me know how it goes in the comments.

What is Eggnog?

Eggnog is a drink, often consumed during the holidays, made from egg yolk, sugar, whipping cream, milk, and vanilla. It is often topped with nutmeg. Most historians believe that eggnog was created in Britain during midievil times.

What is a double-boiler? Do I have to use one?

You can buy a double-boiler here or just see what it like. (Amazon affiiate link). It is important to use one for this recipe, but you can do a make-shift double-boiler with a glass bowl over a pot of boiling water, like you see here. A double-boiler is important when you don’t want direct heat on your food, like when you are melting chocolate, or in this case, melting marshmallows. The steam created from the water underneath provides indirect heat that is perfect for delicate ingredients. Fill the bottom pot with 2-3 inches of water. You don’t want the boiling water to touch the bottom of the top cooking vessel, but you want enough so that it doesn’t evaporate while you are cooking.

Can I whip my whipping cream into the marshmallow rather than folding?

Folding is an imporant technique used for incorporated egg whites or whipping cream in with other ingredients. It keeps a light, fluffy texture. Simply keep folding until whipping cream chunks disappear.

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Delicious Eggnog Pie Recipe