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Homemade eggnog is easy to make at home and so much better than store-bought!

Homemade Eggnog

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Homemade eggnog is easy to make at home and so much better than store-bought!
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings 8 cups
Calories 303
Author Annalise Sandberg

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups whole milk (1 quart, about 1 liter), divided
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (250 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg , fresh if possible
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

For serving (optional)

  • Rum

Instructions

  • In a large bowl whisk together the eggs, sugar and salt.
  • In a medium saucepan, warm 2 cups of the milk over medium heat until bubbles appear around the edges, stirring occasionally. Do not bring to a boil.
  • Add warmed milk to the egg mixture in a small stream while whisking constantly until completely combined.
  • Return mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat to 160°F while whisking constantly, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add to a pitcher. Stir in remaining milk, heavy cream, nutmeg and vanilla.
  • Chill completely before serving.

Notes

NOTES:
  • For a stronger nutmeg flavor, increase nutmeg to 1 1/2 teaspoons.
  • To ensure the mixture is smooth without lumps, pass cooked mixture through a mesh strainer before combining with heavy cream, etc.
  • See post above for mix-in suggestions.

Nutrition

Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 176mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 229mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 813IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 176mg | Iron: 1mg