Tom Jerry
Transport your taste buds to a cozy winter gathering with this indulgent Tom & Jerry cocktail, a classic warm drink that combines rich, frothy batter with the perfect blend of dark rum and brandy. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, this holiday favorite is topped with equal parts hot milk and water for a creamy, comforting experience. The light, airy batter is created by folding stiffly beaten egg whites into spiced yolks, adding a luxurious texture to each sip. Finish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg for an irresistible garnish. Perfect for festive celebrations, this timeless recipe is quick to prepare in just 20 minutes and serves eight, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends as you warm up by the fire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 2 cups Dark rum
- 2 cups Brandy
- 4 cups Hot whole milk
- 4 cups Hot water
- to taste Whipped cream (optional)
- to taste Grated nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions
Separate the egg yolks and whites into two large bowls.
In the bowl with the yolks, whisk them together with the granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground allspice.
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the egg whites in their separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the egg yolk mixture until fully incorporated. This is your Tom and Jerry batter.
To assemble each drink, place 2 tablespoons of the batter into a heatproof mug.
Add 1 ounce of dark rum and 1 ounce of brandy to the mug.
Top with equal parts hot milk and hot water, approximately 1/2 cup of each, and stir gently to combine.
Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of grated nutmeg, if desired.
Serve immediately while hot and frothy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 77 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 192 mg | 4% | |
*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.
