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Creamy eggnog espresso milkshake topped with whipped cream, nutmeg, and espresso beans in a tall glass with a festive striped straw.
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Eggnog Espresso Milkshake

This eggnog espresso milkshake recipe is thick, creamy, and packed with rich holiday flavor. Made with eggnog, espresso, vanilla ice cream, and warm nutmeg, this festive frozen drink tastes like a cozy café-style holiday latte in milkshake form. Perfect for Christmas parties, winter desserts, and holiday coffee lovers.
Course Dessert, Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword christmas milkshake, eggnog coffee milkshake, eggnog dessert recipe, eggnog espresso milkshake, espresso eggnog shake, espresso milkshake recipe, festive holiday drink, frozen espresso drink, holiday dessert drink, holiday milkshake
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 large milkshakes
Calories 420kcal
Cost $8 for entire recipe

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • Espresso machine or coffee maker
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rubber spatula
  • Chilled serving glasses
  • Ice scoop or spoon

Ingredients

Milkshake

  • 1 1/2 cups premium vanilla ice cream
  • 1 1/4 cups cold full-fat eggnog
  • 2 espresso shots chilled
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Tiny pinch ground cinnamon
  • Small pinch fine sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon crushed ice

Optional Toppings

  • Whipped cream
  • Fresh grated nutmeg
  • Cinnamon sugar
  • Caramel drizzle
  • Crushed gingerbread cookies
  • Chocolate-covered espresso beans

Instructions

  • Brew the espresso and chill completely before making the milkshake.
  • Add the eggnog, chilled espresso, vanilla extract, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and crushed ice to a blender.
  • Add the vanilla ice cream last.
  • Blend for 15–20 seconds or until smooth, thick, and creamy. Avoid overblending.
  • Pour immediately into chilled serving glasses.
  • Top with whipped cream, fresh nutmeg, or caramel drizzle if desired.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Fully chilled espresso is important for keeping this eggnog espresso milkshake thick, creamy, and frosty instead of thin and melted.
  • Full-fat eggnog creates the richest texture and best holiday flavor. Lower-fat eggnog can make the milkshake less creamy.
  • Eggnog is already sweetened and spiced, so additional sugar is usually unnecessary in this recipe.
  • Using premium vanilla ice cream gives the milkshake a smoother and creamier café-style texture.
  • Freshly grated nutmeg provides a fresher and more authentic holiday flavor than pre-ground nutmeg.
  • Only a small amount of ice is used to maintain thick milkshake consistency without watering down the espresso flavor.
  • For a stronger coffee flavor, add 1 teaspoon espresso powder instead of an extra espresso shot to avoid thinning the milkshake.
  • Chilling the serving glasses in the freezer for 10–15 minutes helps the milkshake stay cold and thick longer.
  • This holiday espresso milkshake is best served immediately after blending for the smoothest texture and strongest coffee flavor.
  • You can easily turn this festive eggnog milkshake into an adult holiday dessert by adding bourbon, dark rum, or coffee liqueur.