Pear Cardamom Egg Nog Smoothie (A Lighter Holiday Treat)

Serves: 1

Egg nog is great…until you realize how heavy it is.

This version keeps the flavor but lightens it up with fresh pear, warm spices, and a smoother texture that actually feels good to drink.

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Why This Recipe Works

-Lighter than traditional egg nog

-Naturally sweet from pears

-Warm, seasonal flavor (cardamom + nutmeg)

-Quick enough to make anytime

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Ingredients

-2 pears (peeled, cored, cubed)

-2 pinches cardamom

-1 tbsp protein powder

-Chia seeds (optional)

-2 cups egg nog

-½ to 1 cup ice

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Instructions

1. Blend pears first until smooth

2. Add egg nog, ice, cardamom, and protein

3. Blend until creamy

4. Pour and enjoy

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Optional: Make Your Own Egg Nog

If you want to control ingredients (and cut unnecessary additives), homemade egg nog is worth it.

Basic ingredients:
-Milk

-Cloves

-Vanilla

-Cinnamon

-Egg Yolks

-Sugar

-Cream

-Nutmeg

Quick process:
Heat milk + spices → whisk into eggs + sugar → cook until thick → cool → add cream + flavor → refrigerate

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Pro Tips

-Use ripe pears for better sweetness

-Adjust spice to taste (cardamom can be strong)

-Add more ice for a thicker texture