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Homemade Eggnog

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Betsy Carter & Marissa Buie
Tasty Team
92% would make again

Under 30 minutes

Homemade Eggnog

Inspired by kingarthurflour.com

Under 30 minutes

Ingredients

for 8 servings

  • 4 cups milk (960 mL), divided
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 large eggs, only use the yolk, reserve whites for eggnog cookie dippers
  • 1 cup sugar (200 g)
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 mL)
  • 1 cup dark rum (240 mL), or spiced rum (optional)
  • nutmeg, freshly grated for garnish

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 342
  • Fat 17g
  • Carbs 24g
  • Fiber 1g
  • Sugar 24g
  • Protein 9g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

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Preparation

  1. Heat 3 cups (720 ml) of milk in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until it is steaming, 5-6 minutes (do not allow it to come to a boil.)
  2. While the milk is warming, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and a pinch of salt in a medium bowl until pale yellow in color, 1-2 minutes.
  3. Once the milk has begun to steam, slowly pour half into the egg mixture while continuously whisking so the eggs don’t scramble. Once combined, slowly pour the egg and milk mixture back into the saucepan. 4. Keep warm over medium-low heat, stirring continuously for 15-20 minutes, until the mixture has thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  4. Prepare an ice bath in a large bowl. Place a medium bowl in the ice bath and set a fine-mesh sieve on top. Pour the egg mixture through the sieve to remove any unwanted egg bits.
  5. Remove the sieve and add the remaining cup of milk and heavy cream, and stir to combine. Let cool for 20 minutes, stirring every 5. Add the rum, if desired, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. The eggnog will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  6. Serve with freshly grated nutmeg on top.
  7. Enjoy!
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