Eggnog (Best Homemade Classic Eggnog Recipe!)
Fabulously rich and creamy eggnog is a well-loved Christmas tradition and it's surprisingly easy to make the best homemade eggnog!! This cooked eggnog turns out delightfully creamy, flavorful, and just amazing! It's the perfect cup of holiday cheer to cozy up with on the couch while enjoying time with family and friends!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 287kcal
Prep 15 minutes
Cooking 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
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Ingredients
- 6 large egg yolks (at room temperature)
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups milk (whole milk is best)
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (freshly grated is best)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup brandy (optional - use brandy, a dark rum and Cognac blend, or even bourbon)
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
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Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until creamy and lightened in color.
- Bring a sauce pan with the heavy whipping cream, milk, nutmeg, and salt to the beginning of a simmer over medium to medium-low heat. Remove from heat once the milk mixture just begins to bubble.
- Temper the egg mixture by slowly adding the warmed milk. Start with a ¼ cup at a time, adding more until all of the milk is incorporated. Return the mixture to your saucepan and heat, whisking constantly, over medium heat until the eggnog thickens. This step should only take a few minutes and the mixture should reach 170°F (77°C).
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Transfer your eggnog into a pitcher and cover the top with plastic cling film. Refrigerate until chilled, about 2-3 hours. *The eggnog will continue to thicken as it chills.
- Once chilled, add your liquor and serve. If desired, for a super smooth eggnog, you can combine the eggnog and liquor in a blender.
- Serve with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg, or a combination of whipped cream and a sprinkle of your favorite baking spice.
Notes
- To rapidly chill your eggnog, place your pitcher or container into an ice bath.
- Mix in milk after chilling, starting with a couple tablespoons, to make a non-alcoholic eggnog.
- Other great liquor options include white rum + amaretto, rye whiskey + Jamaican rum, even Irish whiskey.
- Store your eggnog in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Calories: 287kcal (14%) | Carbohydrates: 23g (8%) | Protein: 6g (12%) | Fat: 19g (29%) | Saturated Fat: 11g (69%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 240mg (80%) | Sodium: 64mg (3%) | Potassium: 178mg (5%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 21g (23%) | Vitamin A: 995IU (20%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 148mg (15%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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