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Eggnog. You either love it or you hate it. There are very few people I’ve encountered that like it “a little.” Unlike gingerbread or peppermint…eggnog is eggnog. Kind of no matter where you put it.
I fall in the “LOVE IT!” category for eggnog. I’ve loved it since I was a little girl. I remember getting a carton of it as soon as it was available in the store and enjoying little glasses of it with my Dad throughout the holiday. Which is why it astonishes me that (1) Jordan doesn’t really like it (I guess she’s her father’s daughter) and (2) that I’ve never made dessert with it before.
I knew that, this year, I had to remedy that! As soon as I saw this pie I knew a pie would be one of the things I made with eggnog this year.
And wouldn’t you know…it was the only thing? I swear, where did the time go? I need another week to post all my ideas for Christmas. If I don’t get my extra week you’ll either be getting red and green treats way into 2013 or I’ll have to save them and hope to remember to use them next year. {Please tell me I’m not the only one who does that?}
One of the reasons I’m sharing this pie with you today is because it’s something super exciting for me here at Crazy for Crust. The folks over at Marie Callender’s have started a blog. And they asked me to be a contributor! So, for the next few months, you’ll be able to find more posts from me…but over there. And it’s not all about food. I’m actually posting tips and crafts and stuff (eek!)
So anyway…be on the lookout for me on the Marie Callender’s blog. I assure you…I’ll be sharing my posts and linking up, because I’m kind of excited about it.
Actually, I was so excited that I went out and bought some of the Marie Callender’s Frozen Pastry Shells. Have you seen them? They taste amazing! I baked it up lickety split and filled it with my eggnog pudding for this pie. The innards of the pie are super simple too…just use eggnog instead of milk when making your instant pudding.
It’s a very noggy pie. If you like eggnog…well, you’ll like this pie. If you don’t…well. Maybe use chocolate milk. I bet that would be goooooooood.
So, come on over to the Marie Callender’s blog. I’ll be there waiting for you. 
Inspired by Lauren's Latest.
Ingredients
- 1 frozen Marie Callender’s Pastry Shell (from a pack of 2)
- 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
- 1 box vanilla sugar-free/fat-free instant pudding
- 2 cups eggnog
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- Ground nutmeg, optional (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Let frozen pie shell sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Poke the bottom of the shell with a fork several times (to reduce bubbling of crust). Bake for 12-15 minutes. Cool before filling.
- Place cold whipping cream in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Beat until stiff peaks form. Chill until ready to use.
- Place pudding mix and eggnog in a large bowl. Stir until no lumps remain. Fold in 1 cup of the prepared whipped cream. Pour into cooled pie crust.
- Fold powdered sugar into remaining whipped cream and spread on the top of the pie. (I filled a pasty bag fitted with a 1M tip for this step, but you can just spread it on if you prefer.) Sprinkle with freshly grated nutmeg. Store in refrigerator.
Like eggnog? Check out these supercool recipes:
Frosted Eggnog Spice Bars with Gingersnap Streusel by The Domestic Rebel
Eggnog Rice Krispie Treats by Mallow & Co.
Eggnog Fudge by Chocolate, Chocolate, and More
Eggnog Martini by Nutmeg Nanny
Pumpkin Cheesecake Nog by Something Swanky
This post contains links to my outside sponsor, Marie Callender’s. All opinions are 100% my own.
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Hi there! I’m Dorothy, the crazy gal behind the blog. If you didn’t already know, I’m crazy for crust…and cookies…and brownies…and pretty much
anything with sugar.
Yay for your gig with Marie! I heart Marie Callender’s and I heart you and I heart this eggnog pie. And I know I’m weird, but I fall in the middle of the road, shade of gray area about eggnog. Sometimes I’m all for it, other times I won’t even think about the stuff, much less touch it. But don’t you worry, I’d be all over this pie no problem.
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel recently posted..Pecan Snowballs
I think I’d like it even more if it had real nog in it.
Thanks Hayley!
I love eggnog and I love pie! This one looks awesome, Dorothy! And what a cool opportunity with Marie! You’ll do great–can’t wait to check it all out!
Ashley @ Kitchen Meets Girl recently posted..Holiday Round-Up {and Catching Fireflies Giveaway}
Thanks so much!
What an exciting opportunity Dorothy! Can’t wait to see your “stuff”, crafts and of course recipes!!! You deserve this
Aimee @ ShugarySweets recently posted..Eggnog Cheesecake Cake
Thank you Aimee! I’m excited about it.
Sooooooo excited for you!!!! Can’t wait to check out your posts.
Emily @ Sweet Bella Roos recently posted..Counting Cupcakes- a weight loss community!
Thanks Emily!
Yayayay that’s so exciting! Congrats!
Thank you!
Yeah! That’s so exciting Dorothy – way to go! Looking forward to seeing some of your posts!
Liz recently posted..Cherry Pecan Chews
Thanks Liz!
Woo hoo!! That’s exciting news for you! I can’t wait to read your tips and crafts and recipes of course! And eggnog, well, I love the stuff. This pie looks awesome!!!
Jocelyn @BruCrew Life recently posted..Trick or Treat Tuesday
Thanks Jocelyn!
Oh my gosh I wish I could eat my screen right now…. I think I will make 2 of these. One with eggnog and one with chocolate milk. Just for good measure
Exciting about the Marie Calendars blog!!!
Summer @ Mallow and Co recently posted..Peanut Butter Blossom Rice Krispy Treats
Thanks Summer!!! My kind of girl, two pies…
That is SO exciting! I LOVE Marie Callender’s!
Seems that all the guys in my family love egg nog, but the girls, not so much:)
Congrats on you new gig, Dorothy!
Sue recently posted..Woodland Santa Gingerbread Cookies
Thanks Sue!
Congrats on the gig! Way to go!
I love Egg Nog, but haven’t bought any yet… I must buy some tomorrow! This looks wonderful. I love how your crust turned out. Looks great!
Karyn – Pint Sized Baker recently posted..Chocolate Peppermint Marshmallow Cookies
Thanks Karyn!
You know I adore eggnog, I’m hoping (praying) there’s still some in the store when I go tomorrow. This pie sounds like the perfect way to carry on my love. Oh and Marie, she and I have been friends almost as long as eggnog and me, well maybe not. I don’t think Marie’s as old as me. But her Pot Pies, yup, love them! Can’t wait to see what you’re posting over there!
Joan@Chocolateandmore recently posted..Ultimate Chocolate Chocolate Chip Muffins
Oh, I bet there will be some! There was loads of it at Walmart last weekend.
Thanks Joan!
Woo hoo! So exciting!!!!
Thanks Ashton!
Congrats on the new gig! With the all crazy inventive pies you have on this blog, you are the girl for them.
Nicole @ Lapetitebaker recently posted..Something Different
Thanks Nicole!
wow so exciting!!! And I hate to say it, but I have never gotten into egg nog, I hope we can still be friends;p
Sue @ Cakeballs, cookies and more recently posted..Stuffed Brownies, Three Ways
Totally. You make rockin’ cake pops. We’ll be BFFs for sure!
Congrats!! That’s awesome. Can’t wait to see your posts over on their blog.
Elaine @ Cooking to Perfection recently posted..Mint Brownie Bites
Thanks Elaine!
I want that in my face. Like… I want someone to shove that pie in my face right now.
Katrina @ In Katrina’s Kitchen recently posted..Holiday Funfetti Shortbread Cookies
LOL, me too.
Thanks Katrina!
Eggnog and I have a lovely and long relationship. I made eggnog cupcakes last night. Kinda died and went to Eggnog Heaven. Thanks for sharing and congrats on the Marie Callender’s blog! Merry Christmas, Dorothy!
Ellen@BakeItWithBooze recently posted..Grown up twinkies – with rum
Thanks Ellen! I bet you added booze.
Congrats! What an exciting opportunity!
This pie looks perfect! I love eggnog in desserts!
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction recently posted..Quick & Easy Vanilla Fudge
Thanks so much Jessica!
I loveeeee eggnog! Your pie looks so light, fluffy and delicious! This is the perfect dessert to bring to a holiday party!
Kristi @ My San Francisco Kitchen recently posted..Mini Angel Food Cupcakes
Thanks Kristi! It sure is.
I like eggnog sparingly, but it is something that takes desserts to the next level!
Kristin recently posted..From CA to KS: Fudge and funny stuffs.
For sure! Thanks Kristin!
Congrats on the super cool gig with Marie Callender! I don’t think you’re the only one that makes more desserts than there is time to blog about. I was just going through my pictures and I still have projects from the summer I just haven’t gotten around to posting. One day:)
Anywho, I LOVE eggnog and this sounds so very good and easy! I have everything but the pudding otherwise I’d be making it tomorrow.
Thanks for sharing at Whatcha Whipped Up Wednesday
DJ@DJ’s Sugar Shack recently posted..Whatcha’ Whipped Up # 27
Thank you!
:)
I am so behind, ugh!
What exciting news, Dorothy! I can’t wait to see all the things you share!
This pie, oh my. Looks amazing!
Back For Seconds recently posted..Peppermint Patty Stuffed Fudge Brownies
Thanks Stephanie!