Description
Classic Homemade Eggnog is a rich and creamy holiday drink made with eggs, milk, sugar, and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup bourbon or rum (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs until they are light and fluffy.
- Gradually add sugar while continuing to beat until well combined.
- In a saucepan, heat the milk and cream over medium heat until steaming.
- Slowly whisk the warm milk mixture into the egg mixture.
- Add vanilla and nutmeg, stirring to combine.
- If using, stir in bourbon or rum.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve chilled, garnished with additional nutmeg if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh eggs for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sugar to taste.
- Eggnog can be made a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing and chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Classic Homemade Eggnog, holiday drink, festive beverage