Rich Homemade Eggnog Recipe
This eggnog is delicious and not as heavy as many commercially produced. Makes nearly 2 quarts.Our thanks to Jean with Delightful Repast for this recipe. Merry Christmas!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1/3 C sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 C hot milk—120°F (49°C)
- 2 C cold milk
- 1/4 to 1/2 C rum or brandy optional
- 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp grated nutmeg plus more for garnish
- 1 C heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- At least 8 or up to 24 hours before serving time: In the bottom pan of a double boiler, heat an inch of water to a gentle simmer. In the top pan of the double boiler, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and salt until well blended.
- Gradually whisk in hot—120°F (49°C)—milk and nutmeg. Cook over simmering water, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to thicken and registers between 160-170ºF (71-77ºC); do not boil. It will not be as thick as a heavy custard!
- Stir in cold milk. Strain custard into a 2-quart bowl.
- Stir in the vanilla and the brandy or rum, if using. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, at least 8 hours. (Or make a large ice bath and cool the 'nog in the bowl while stirring it.)
- Whip cream until soft peaks form. With a wire whisk, gently fold/mix whipped cream into custard.
- Pour eggnog into a chilled 2- or 2 1/2-quart punch bowl or pitcher; sprinkle with nutmeg. Serve!
