Today’s post is brought to you by my bestie Kramer Daugherty! She is a registered dietician and has been featured on Essentially Sydney several times! Kramer is a fountain of knowledge! She has put together some holiday drinks with a healthier twist! No need to miss out on all the seasonal fun! Make sure you read all the way through for a chance to enter in TWO different giveaways!

Kramer Daugherty

Boozy, bubbly, creamy, fruity beverages are a staple during the holiday season. Whether you’re at a party with friends or sitting on the couch watching “Christmas Story”, that hot cocoa topped with whipped cream and marshmallows may be hindering your healthy lifestyle. 

Thankfully, beverages don’t have to be a cold weather deal breaker. It’s easy to create and enjoy healthier drinks this season. 

Eggnog Smoothie

Start the day off right with this eggnog smoothie! It has probiotics which helps ward off digestive issues by promoting healthy gut bacteria. 

Ingredients: 
1 banana 
1 cup Lifeway eggnog kefir
1 cup almond milk
2-3 ice cubes 

Directions: Simply add ingredients to a blender. 

Vanilla Coconut Steamer

This vanilla coconut steamer is perfect for those chilly days! 

Ingredients: 
1 cup nonfat milk
1 cup canned light coconut milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract 
1 tbsp sugar
Pinch of salt 
Whipped cream 
Unsweetened flakes coconut

Directions: 
In a small saucepan whisk together all ingredients besides whipped cream and coconut flakes. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and once heated, not boiled, transfer to a mug. Top with whipped cream and coconut flakes.

Hot Spiced Cranberry Punch

Or this hot spiced cranberry punch – a great alternative to traditional apple cider. 

Ingredients:

2 cups cranberry juice 
2 cups pineapple juice 
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup brown sugar 
1/2 tsp ground clove 
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Dash of nutmeg 

Directions Combine everything in a medium saucepan and warm on medium heat. Do not boil. Pour in a mug and garnish with a cinnamon stick. 

Pear Prosecco Cocktail

If you’re throwing a holiday party, try this pear Prosecco cocktail, or mocktail if alcohol isn’t your thing. 

Ingredients: 

1 medium chopped pear 
1 1/2 cup sugar 
1 1/2 cup water 
1 cinnamon stick
6 oz pear vodka 
1 bottle Prosecco 

Directions: 
In a saucepan cook down chopped pears and 1 tbsp sugar. Add water, cinnamon stick, and remaining sugar to pan and heat until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and cool. Strain any pear pieces. Pour pear mixture, 1 oz vodka, and Prosecco in a glass and enjoy! 

How yummy do these drinks sound!! I can’t wait to try them all! Which one sounds more like your style? Drop your answer in the comments below to be entered in the Blogmas giveaway!

You guys are so lucky because Kramer has decided to do an additional giveaway just for her post! A Starbucks gift card! To enter, you must follow me on Instagram + comment on & save today’s post! The winner will be announced tomorrow!

If you want to read more by Kramer check out her other posts here! One. Two.