Comfort Eggnog
Indulge in the cozy, festive flavors of homemade Comfort Eggnog—your ultimate holiday treat made from scratch! This luxuriously creamy drink combines whole milk, velvety heavy cream, and warming spices like cinnamon and freshly grated nutmeg to create a base that's rich in flavor and seasonal charm. Sweetened with just the right amount of granulated sugar and thickened with silky egg yolks, this eggnog achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. For the adults, a splash of bourbon or dark rum adds an optional kick of warmth, making it holiday-party-ready. With a quick 15-minute prep time and easy-to-follow stovetop instructions, this eggnog is perfect for beginner and seasoned cooks alike. Serve chilled and topped with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon to delight family and friends with this timeless holiday classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 Cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon Nutmeg (freshly grated or ground)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 5 Egg yolks
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Bourbon or dark rum (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, cinnamon stick, and freshly grated nutmeg. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it is hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar together until the mixture is pale and thick, forming ribbons when drizzled. This step ensures the eggnog will have a creamy texture.
Slowly temper the egg yolk mixture by gradually adding a ladleful of the hot milk mixture while whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
Once tempered, pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of the spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil.
If adding alcohol, stir in the bourbon or dark rum after removing the saucepan from heat. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the eggnog to chill completely.
Before serving, give the eggnog a quick stir and pour into glasses. Garnish with a light dusting of ground cinnamon for an extra touch of holiday warmth. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2061 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.1 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.2 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1221 mg | 407% | |
| Sodium | 307 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.0 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.7 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.7 mcg | 38% | |
| Calcium | 752 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 855 mg | 18% | |
*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.
