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Homemade Eggnog
Time to make: 15 minutes
Once you try homemade eggnog, you’ll never go back! With a silky texture and warming notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, this classic recipe is pure holiday comfort. Bonus: It’s easy to spike for an extra festive twist!
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Ingredients
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 3/4 Cup sugar
  • 2 Cups Whole Milk
  • 1 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • Optional: Rum or brandy
Instructions
  • Separate egg yolks and whisk yolks with sugar
  • Whisk until a silky incorporated texture
  • Set aside.
  • In a pot add 2 cups milk w/ cinnamon & nutmeg
  • Add to medium heat and whisk until warm (careful not to burn or overheat your milk)
  • Temper eggs by slowly adding hot milk mixture, whisking constantly
  • Once fully incorporated, add back to the pot, add heavy cream and heat again.
  • Take off the heat and whisk in vanilla extract and fresh nutmeg. Option to add booze at this point.
  • Option to whisk egg whites until foamy and fold in with egg nog.
  • Let cool, pour into jars, and store for about 2-3 weeks!