How to Make Easy Eggnog (No Alcohol)
Quick and easy homemade eggnog recipe with simple ingredients- Learn how to make eggnog that's rich, creamy with hint of nutmeg. Can be spiked with alcohol!
Servings: 4 People
Calories: 311kcal
Ingredients
- 6 Egg yolks From large eggs
- ½ cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 cups Milk Preferably whole
- ½ teaspoon Nutmeg powder
- ¼ teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon Nutmeg Or cinnamon, For topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until smooth and creamy. Keep aside.
- Add heavy cream, milk, nutmeg in a nonstick saucepan and cook over medium high heat. Mix and continue stirring until mixture starts simmering.
- Start adding this hot milk to the egg mixture slowly (½ cup at a time), while whisking vigorously until smooth.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat again, while whisking constantly until mixture thickens a bit and reaches a temperature of 160 degrees F.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Chill. Then, serve in cups with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg and/or a swirl of whipped cream.
- Optional- For a caramel version, drizzle some caramel sauce inside the sides of your cup and then pour the drink. Stir a bit and enjoy.
Notes
- Read all my tips above.
- Leftovers can be stored in a covered pitcher in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 257mg | Sodium: 58mg | Potassium: 156mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 975IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 0.5mg