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Creamy Holiday Eggnog

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Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep: 15 min. Cook: 25 min. + chilling

Makes

6 servings (about 4 cups)

Updated: Nov. 10, 2022
For a nice, rich and creamy treat, try this eggnog recipe. You can serve it plain or add rum for adult holiday guests.
Creamy Holiday Eggnog
Creamy Holiday Eggnog Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 6 eggs
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups milk, divided
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • Additional whipped cream and ground nutmeg, optional

Directions

  1. In a large heavy saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar and salt. Gradually add 2 cups milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until a thermometer reads 160°, about 25 minutes.
  2. Pour into a large bowl; stir in the vanilla, nutmeg and remaining milk. Place the bowl in an ice-water bath; stir frequently until mixture is cool. If mixture separates, process in a blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  3. When ready to serve, in a small bowl, beat cream on high speed until soft peaks form; whisk gently into cooled mixture. Pour into a chilled punch bowl. If desired, top with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg.
Spiked Holiday Eggnog: Reduce milk to 3-1/4 cups. Heat 2 cups milk with eggs, sugar and salt. Add 1-1/4 cups milk with vanilla and nutmeg. After mixture has cooled in ice bath, stir in 3/4 cup rum, brandy or bourbon. Proceed as recipe directs.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 413 calories, 25g fat (14g saturated fat), 289mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (34g sugars, 0 fiber), 12g protein.