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Christmas Eggnog

Christmas Eggnog

Discover the art of making Christmas Eggnog with our easy recipe. Rich, creamy, and perfectly spiced, it’s the ultimate holiday drink to serve at your festive gatherings. Learn tips, variations, and pairing ideas to create the best eggnog experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 to 1 cup preferred spirit (optional) rum, bourbon, or brandy

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Separate the egg whites from the yolks, placing yolks in one bowl and whites in another.
  2. Add the sugar to the egg yolks and whisk vigorously for about 2 minutes until pale yellow and slightly thick.
  3. Pour in the milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and salt, whisking until well combined.
  4. If using alcohol, stir it in at this stage.
  5. Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
  6. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the eggnog mixture using a spatula.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  8. Stir the eggnog before serving, and pour into cups, garnishing with extra nutmeg.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for the holiday season and will delight your family and friends. Enjoy it responsibly!
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