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Homemade Eggnog Recipe

Homemade Eggnog Recipe: Rich and creamy eggnog with a hint of nutmeg. Step away from the dairy case, this thick drink tastes SO much better than store bought.
Course Drink
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 312kcal
Author Krystle Smith

Ingredients

  • 6 Egg Yolks
  • ½ Cup White Sugar
  • 1 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 Cups Whole Milk
  • 1 Teaspoon Fresh Nutmeg Grated
  • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • Pinch of Salt To Taste

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar. Set aside.
  • In a medium sauce pan, combine cream, milk, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Pour ½ cup of the hot milk into the egg mixture, and whisk constantly. This will temper the eggs.
  • Continue adding a little at a time until fully combined.
  • Pour back into saucepan.
  • Whisk constantly until a thermometer reads 160 degrees.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla.
  • Chill before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 257mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 156mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 975IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 0.5mg