Creamy Coffee Eggnog
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of the holiday season with this Creamy Coffee Eggnog, a decadent twist on the classic festive beverage. Perfectly combining the rich, velvety texture of homemade eggnog with the bold, comforting notes of strong brewed coffee, this recipe is a treat for coffee lovers and holiday enthusiasts alike. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like fresh egg yolks, whole milk, and heavy cream, and enhanced with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this creamy delight is finished with a splash of dark rum or bourbon for an optional kick. Served chilled and topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of spice, this coffee-infused eggnog is the ultimate indulgence for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire. Easy to prepare and richly flavorful, it’s a must-try recipe for elevating your seasonal drink game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Brewed strong coffee
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch Salt
- 0.5 cup Dark rum or bourbon (optional)
- optional Whipped cream (for garnish)
- optional Additional ground nutmeg or cinnamon (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until the mixture becomes smooth, thick, and pale yellow.
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, and brewed coffee. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it’s steaming but not boiling.
Gradually pour about 1/2 cup of the hot coffee mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.
Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining coffee mixture, whisking constantly.
Cook the eggnog mixture over low to medium heat, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of the spoon (about 8-10 minutes). Do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
If using dark rum or bourbon, stir it in at this point. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until fully chilled.
Once chilled, pour the eggnog into glasses. Top each serving with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon for garnish, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy, coffee-infused eggnog!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1869 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.2 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.8 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1406 mg | 469% | |
| Sodium | 458 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 41% | |
| Calcium | 755 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 978 mg | 21% | |
*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.
