Classic Cooked Eggnog
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of Classic Cooked Eggnog, the ultimate homemade holiday treat. This timeless recipe combines whole milk, heavy cream, and fresh eggs for a luxuriously smooth texture, perfectly sweetened with granulated sugar and infused with warm, festive spices like ground nutmeg and cinnamon. Cooked gently for safety and enhanced with a touch of vanilla extract, this eggnog can be elevated with a splash of dark rum or bourbon for an adults-only twist. Whether served chilled and garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg or savored on its own, this easy-to-follow recipe is a holiday essential that will delight and impress. Perfect for Christmas parties or cozy evenings by the fire, it’s a nostalgic sip of the season that’s sure to become a family tradition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 6 pieces Large eggs
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Dark rum or bourbon (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and salt. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to just below a simmer, stirring occasionally.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
Once the milk mixture is hot but not boiling, slowly pour about 1/2 cup of the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs. This prevents the eggs from curdling.
Gradually add the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture, whisking constantly.
Reduce the heat to low and cook the mixture, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon or heat-safe spatula, until it thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes, and the temperature should reach 160°F (71°C) for safe consumption.
Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and dark rum or bourbon (if using).
Transfer the eggnog to a large bowl or pitcher and let it cool to room temperature. Then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill completely.
Before serving, whisk the eggnog to ensure smoothness and pour into glasses. Garnish with a sprinkle of ground nutmeg or cinnamon on top, if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy your holiday treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 134.3 g | 172% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1444 mg | 481% | |
| Sodium | 1074 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.1 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.9 g | ||
| Protein | 60.1 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.1 mcg | 70% | |
| Calcium | 1080 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1531 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
