Festive Almond Eggnog Delight

Creamy and festive, this Rompope (Mexican Eggnog) is a delightful concoction of milk, egg yolks, almonds, and warm spices. It's a perfect holiday drink that can be enjoyed with or without rum, making it a versatile and comforting choice for any celebration.

Festive Almond Eggnog Delight

Creamy Rompope (Mexican Eggnog) made with milk, egg yolks, almonds, and spices, perfect for holiday festivities.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 clove
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon slivered almonds
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg yolk, whisked
  • 1-2 oz dark rum (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a pot over medium heat, combine milk, sugar, cinnamon stick, clove, and nutmeg. Whisk together and bring to a simmer.
  2. Transfer 2 cups of the sweetened milk mixture to a small bowl and add the slivered almonds. Let it cool for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the cinnamon stick and clove from the milk mixture and strain if needed, then blend with the soaked almonds until smooth.
  4. Return the blended mixture to the pot, add vanilla extract, and whisk together.
  5. Slowly pour in the whisked egg yolk, whisking constantly until fully incorporated.
  6. Cook over medium-low heat for 12-15 minutes, whisking regularly, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  7. To serve warm, add rum and whisk to combine. Serve in mugs topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
  8. To serve cold, add rum and whisk to combine, then let it cool for 1 hour, cover, and refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice in cups topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon.