Homemade Eggnog Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

  • Calories

    359 kcal

  • Course

    Drinks

  • Cuisine

    American

Homemade Eggnog Recipe

This classic homemade eggnog recipe is the made with the freshest ingredients to create a fun holiday drink that cooks in less than 20 minutes.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 6 large egg yolks
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 whole cloves
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup rum (optional)
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Instructions

  1. Whisk the egg yolks and sugar together in a medium bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the milk, cream, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Stir often until mixture reaches a bare simmer.
  3. Whisk ½ cup of the hot milk mixture slowly into the egg mixture to temper the eggs. Continue slowly adding the milk until incorporated.
  4. Transfer the mixture back to the saucepan and return to the stove.
  5. Increase temperature to medium heat, whisking constantly for 3 to 4 minutes, until the mixture is just slightly thickened. Do not allow it to boil.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and rum. Remove and discard the cloves, and allow the eggnog to cool for 1 hour before transferring it to a pitcher.
  7. Refrigerate overnight in airtight container before serving for best taste. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • EGGNOG WITH RUM: You can make this recipe with or without the rum. To create the eggnog with rum, add 1/2 cup of rum before chilling in the refrigerator. 
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  • SUBSTITUTIONS:
  • Nutritional information does not include the optional rum. 
  • Spices: You can add more or less spices, as desired to achieve the perfect eggnog flavor. Add ground cinnamon too, if desired.
  • Sugar: You can reduce the amount of sugar slightly or use maple syrup instead.
  • You can use half and half instead of the whipping cream and milk.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 359kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 22.6g (8%) Protein 6.5g (13%) Fat 27.5g (42%) Saturated Fat 16.2g (81%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g Monounsaturated Fat 7.8g Cholesterol 227mg (76%) Sodium 91mg (4%) Potassium 59.9mg (2%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 22.1g (44%) Vitamin A 1180IU (24%) Vitamin C 0.5mg (1%) Calcium 155mg (16%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 359 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 359kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 22.6g 8%
Protein 6.5g 13%
Fat 27.5g 42%
Saturated Fat 16.2g 81%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g 8%
Monounsaturated Fat 7.8g 39%
Cholesterol 227mg 76%
Sodium 91mg 4%
Potassium 59.9mg 1%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 22.1g 44%
Vitamin A 1180IU 24%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Calcium 155mg 16%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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