Making eggnog is very easy, even at home. Plus, you don’t need to have all the fillers of the store-bought ingredients. All you need is cream, sugar, eggs, and spices to enjoy the eggnog. You can make it spiked or without alcohol for kids. 

It is known as the traditional drink of Canada and the United States during the Christmas season. People consume this drink from late October until the end of the holiday season. 

Effortless Recipe to Make Eggnog at Home! 

It is a classic creamy cocktail essential part of the winter holidays. It is a very customizable recipe. However, you can just use the basic formula and make eggnog using eggs, sugar, milk, and cream along with your favorite spirit. 

If you want to add a spirit, go for bourbon or brandy, as they will mix perfectly with the ingredients mentioned above. People also add rum or combine a couple of spirits to an extra spike. Eggnog will infuse your holidays with more cheers with whichever spirit you choose.

So, let’s see how you can make eggnog at home and enjoy your winter holiday mornings.

Eggnog Christmas Recipe
Eggnog

Quick Stats

Prep Time: 5 minutes 

Cooking Time: 20 minutes 

Servings: 6 cups 

Ingredients

  • Six large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 ½ cups bourbon
  • Freshly grated nutmeg, for serving 

Method to Prepare

  • First, separate the eggs by placing yolks in a medium bowl and whites in a large bowl. 
  • Now, cover the whites and slide the bowl into the fridge until needed.
  • Then, add sugar to the yolk and whisk it using your hands. Whisk it until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and lemon-yellow.
  • Then, pour milk, cream, and liquor of your choice and combine well. 
  • Cover the bowl and slide it into the fridge for at least an hour. The more alcohol you add, the longer it will keep.  
  • Before serving, whisk the refrigerated whites with a hand mixer at high speed until the stiff peaks. 
  • Transfer the beaten whites to the bowl with eggnog and gently stir into the base. It will give your drink a fluffy texture. 
  • Then, transfer it to a punch bowl and serve it with a powdering of nutmeg on top. 

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Final Words 

This drink is known as one of the most delicious beverages, with the power to enhance any holiday gathering. You can make it in large quantities and kid-friendly too. So everyone will be happy. Let’s skip the store-bought cartons and consume this homemade eggnog created like old days.