5 from 291 votes
Homemade Eggnog (In 5 Minutes!)
This Homemade Eggnog blends eggs, maple syrup, milk, heavy cream, brandy, and rum into a creamy and smooth holiday beverage. The nutmeg adds a classic warming spice, balanced by the rich texture from the mixture of cream and spirits. The quick blend method produces a frothy texture emblematic of traditional eggnog.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
5
servings
Calories:
442 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 4 egg large
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 ½ cups milk dairy or dairy-free
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
- ⅓ cup brandy or bourbon
- ⅓ cup rum
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- ground cinnamon or cinnamon sticks; for garnish
Instructions
- Add the eggs and maple syrup to a high-powered blender and blend for exactly 4 minutes on high speed. Make sure to use a timer.
- Add the milk, heavy cream, brandy, rum, and nutmeg. Blend for an additional 10 seconds just to combine.
- Pour the eggnog into an airtight container and refrigerate until it's chilled.
- When ready to serve, give the eggnog a stir before pouring. Then garnish with cinnamon sticks or a sprinkle of cinnamon on top.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
442kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
37g
(12%)
Protein
5g
(10%)
Fat
22g
(34%)
Saturated Fat
12g
(60%)
Cholesterol
196mg
(65%)
Sodium
122mg
(5%)
Potassium
218mg
(5%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
31g
(62%)
Vitamin A
890IU
(18%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
103mg
(10%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 442
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 442kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 12g | 60% |
| Cholesterol | 196mg | 65% |
| Sodium | 122mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 890IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 103mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.