Yield: 6
Eggnog Recipe
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Total Time
15 minutes
Toast the holiday season with a glass of homemade Eggnog! You'll love this easy homemade eggnog recipe served hot or cold with a pinch of nutmeg.
Ingredients
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 large eggs
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- ½-¾ cup bourbon or dark rum (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the milk, heavy cream, cinnamon sticks, vanilla, and nutmeg in a large saucepan over medium-high heat until it comes to a light boil, stirring occasionally.
- In a medium bowl, add the eggs and beat on high speed while slowly adding the sugar. Beat on high speed until pale and fluffy. (about 2-3 minutes)
- Whisk the egg mixture into the milk slowly. Heat over low until temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
- Pour the eggnog through a fine sieve to make sure there are no scrambled egg pieces.
- Pour into a large mug and top with whipped cream if desired, and a pinch of nutmeg.
Notes
- Can be served hot or cold.
- If using pasteurized eggs, there's no need to heat until 160 degrees.
- Serve eggnog spiked with bourbon or spiced rum.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 453Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 181mgSodium: 111mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 0gSugar: 30gProtein: 9g
*Nutrition facts are an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietitian for special diet advice.