Amazing Homemade Classic Eggnog in 30 Minutes
Make classic holiday eggnog from scratch with this simple recipe. You will create a rich, creamy drink that honors tradition while being easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes (includes chilling time)
- Yield: About 6 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large egg yolks
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pint whole milk
- 1 pint heavy cream
- 1 cup bourbon (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Freshly grated nutmeg for topping
Instructions
- Whisk the egg yolks, sugar, and salt together in a medium saucepan until pale.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and heavy cream.
- Cook the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of the spoon. Do not let it boil.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Stir in the bourbon and vanilla extract.
- Pour the eggnog into a pitcher.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until very cold.
- Serve cold, garnished with freshly grated nutmeg.
Notes
- This recipe uses pasteurized eggs for safety, which is the Sprout’s fresh approach.
- For a richer flavor, you can age the eggnog in the refrigerator for up to two weeks (the Spoon’s time-honored method).
- If you prefer a lighter version, substitute 1/2 cup of the heavy cream with whole milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 250mg