Homemade Eggnog
October 30, 2023 • 0 comments
Eggnog is my absolute favorite! While I don't mind the store-bought version and often have it in my fridge during this season, there's something magical about homemade eggnog.
It's like a dream come true! If you've ever felt unsure about eggnog, I highly recommend trying a homemade batch, like this one : )
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- Servings: 6
Ingredients
- (6) Egg Yolks
- (1/2 Cup) Sugar
- (1 Cup) Heavy Whipping Cream
- (2 Cups) Milk
- (1/2 Teaspoon) Ground Nutmeg
- (A Pinch) Salt
- (1/4 Teaspoon) Vanilla Extract
- (For Topping) Ground Cinnamon
- (See Note Below) Alcohol Optional
Directions
- Whisk the egg yolks and sugar together in a medium bowl until light and creamy.
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the cream, milk, nutmeg and salt. Stir often until mixture reaches a bare simmer.
- Add a big spoonful of the hot milk to the egg mixture, whisking vigorously. Repeat, adding a big spoonful at a time, to temper the eggs.
- Once most of the hot milk has been added to the eggs, pour the mixture back into the saucepan on the stove.
- Whisk constantly for just a few minutes, until the mixture is just slightly thickened (or until it reaches about 160 degrees F on a thermometer). It will thicken more as it cools.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla, and alcohol*, if using.
- Pour the eggnog through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher or other container and cover with plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate until chilled. It will thicken as it cools. If you want a thinner, completely smooth consistency, you can add the entire mixture to a blender with 1 or 2 tablespoons of milk and blend until smooth.
- Serve with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg, and fresh whipped cream, if desired.
- Store homemade eggnog in the fridge for up to one week.
Notes
Alcohol: If you want to add alcohol to your eggnog, start with ¼ cup brandy, bourbon, rum or whisky added at the same time as the vanilla, or after cooling the eggnog. Add more to taste, if desired.
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