Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Keyword: homemade eggnog recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
CHILL TIME:: 4 hours hours
Total Time: 4 hours hours 25 minutes minutes
Servings: 8 (1/2 cup servings)
Calories: 250kcal
Author: Malinda Linnebur
Our family's favorite homemade eggnog recipe is a delicious blend of creamy goodness, with just the right consistency and a perfect blend of nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla. The recipe is so simple to prepare, thanks to my foolproof method, that you will never need that store-bought carton again. Get ready for the ultimate eggnog experience that will leave everyone wanting more!
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- 6 large eggs yolks
- ½ cup sugar
- 4 cups (945ml) half and half
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
- 2 whole cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla
In a large heavy saucepan, combine the eggs and sugar. Whisk in the half and half until well combined. Whisk in the nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, and salt.
Cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly until it reaches a temperature of 160-165℉ or until slightly thickened. It will thicken more as it cools.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla. Pour into a pitcher and cover with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Overnight is best.
- STORAGE: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freshly ground nutmeg will give the best flavor!
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 187mg | Sodium: 115mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 614IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 145mg | Iron: 0.4mg