Classic eggnog made from scratch with real eggs, cream, and warm spices.
⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 10 minutes
❄ Chill Time: 1 hour
⏳ Total: ~1 hour 20 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6–8
🛒 Ingredients
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4 large egg yolks
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½ cup sugar
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2 cups whole milk
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ tsp ground nutmeg (plus extra for topping)
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½ tsp cinnamon
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Optional (Adult Version)
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½ cup rum, bourbon, or brandy
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Whisk Yolks
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Whisk egg yolks with sugar until pale and creamy
2️⃣ Heat Milk
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Heat milk, cream, nutmeg, cinnamon & salt over medium heat
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Do not boil
3️⃣ Temper Eggs
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Slowly whisk hot milk into egg mixture
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Return everything to pan
4️⃣ Cook
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Cook on low, stirring constantly, until slightly thick
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Remove from heat (do not boil)
5️⃣ Finish
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Stir in vanilla (and alcohol if using)
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Chill at least 1 hour
🍽 Texture & Flavor
✔ Ultra creamy
✔ Smooth & rich
✔ Warm holiday spices
✔ Not overly sweet
⭐ Tips & Variations
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Extra thick: Add 1 tsp cornstarch slurry
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No eggs: Use custard powder or cornstarch
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Light version: Use half-and-half
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Dairy-free: Coconut milk + almond milk
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Foamy top: Whip egg whites separately & fold in
📊 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
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Calories: 260
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Fat: 18g
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Carbs: 20g
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Protein: 6g