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Click here to go straight to make our Christmas Smoothie

Nog must be the most delicious Christmas drink : ours is completed with a banana to give it that smoothie taste, with a sprinkle of cinnamon to complete. This drink is enjoyed by adults and children alike.

Make our Christmas smoothie and pour it into a jug decorated with a few springs of holly (cleaned of course).

If your guests prefer a little sparkle in their smoothie try adding some sparkling water or, as it's a special occasion, a little champagne.

Apart from the taste the best thing about this Christmas tipple is nobody whatever age is left out and everyone enjoys it.

A warning should go out with this recipe because if you drink too much you won't have any room for your Christmas meal as it is very filling.

So go easy with our egg nog and indulge in it after meal-time.

Of course it doesn't have to be Christmas time to make our smoothie as this drink is very nutritious, making it an ideal drink whenever you have guests or just as a little treat.

Coughs and colds tend to be amongst us at this time of year and sometimes if you are feeling unwell you just don't want to eat. This drink will give you all the nourishment you need for a speedy recovery.

Because our xmas smoothie has egg included in the ingredients, pregnant women should not drink it. Take a look at our non dairy smoothie page for alternative ideas if you can't drink cows milk.

Christmas Smoothie with Banana and Cinnamon

• 2 pints whole milk
• 6 eggs
• 50g caster sugar
• 1 vanilla pod

1. Cook very gently over a low heat, stirring with a wooden spoon until the mixture thickens.
2. Don't let the mixture boil as this will ruin the nog.
3. Let the nog cool then add two bananas or a handful of cranberries and smoothe in a blender.
4. Pour into a glass and sprinkle with cinnamon to serve.