Classic, creamy eggnog, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk whole milk preferred
- 1 cup heavy cream for extra richness
- 3 units eggs large
- 1/2 cup sugar granulated
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg plus more for garnish
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup brandy or rum optional
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and cream.
- Heat until the mixture is hot but not boiling.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until light and creamy.
- Gradually add the hot milk mixture to the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, nutmeg, cloves, and brandy or rum if using.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
- Serve chilled, with a sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon on top.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 128mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 19gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg