Description
A rich and creamy homemade eggnog that brings the warmth of the holidays into your home, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup bourbon (optional)
Instructions
- Separate the eggs, placing yolks in a large bowl and reserving the whites.
- Add the granulated sugar to the yolks and whisk until thick and pale.
- Gently whisk in the milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and spices until well combined.
- If using spirits, stir them in now.
- In a separate bowl, whip the reserved egg whites to soft peaks.
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the eggnog mixture.
- Chill for at least two hours before serving, topped with a sprinkle of nutmeg.
Notes
Use fresh, organic eggs for optimal flavor and freshly grated spices for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: eggnog, holiday drink, creamy beverage, festive recipe