Description
A classic holiday drink that combines rich flavors for a festive treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1–1/2 cups heavy cream
- 3 cups whole milk
- 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon (optional, for topping)
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a large nonstick pot set over medium-high heat, combine the cream, milk, nutmeg, and salt. Stir often until the mixture reaches a simmer (but don’t boil).
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, add the egg yolks only and granulated sugar. Use a whisk to whisk until combined.
- While whisking the egg mixture constantly and vigorously, scoop and very gradually pour in 1/2 cup of the hot cream mixture into the eggs. Repeat, adding another 1/2 cup hot cream into the eggs until incorporated, for a total of 1 more cup.
- Once the eggs are tempered, gradually pour the egg mixture back into the pot on the stove while whisking constantly. Whisk constantly for a few minutes or until the mixture slightly thickens (or it reaches 160°F on a thermometer).
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla. If adding alcohol, add it now too.
- Place a fine mesh strainer over a pitcher or another container and pour the eggnog through the strainer. Cover the container with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge until fully cooled, about 3 hours.
- Pour into small glasses and top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy cold!
Notes
- Save egg whites for another recipe or discard.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 300mg