Creamy Homemade Holiday Eggnog Recipe: Indulge in Festive Flavors
Enjoy a creamy and rich homemade holiday eggnog that is better than store-bought! This recipe captures the festive spirit of the season.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup bourbon or rum (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat the milk and cream over medium heat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until smooth.
- Slowly temper the egg mixture with the warm milk mixture before pouring it back into the saucepan.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla, nutmeg, and alcohol if using. Chill before serving.
Notes
- Add a sprinkle of nutmeg on top for garnish.
- Adjust sweetness to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: homemade eggnog, holiday drink, creamy eggnog