Merry Eggnog Delight

This Mama’s Hot Eggnog is a comforting and indulgent holiday drink that combines the richness of whole milk, egg yolks, and heavy cream with warm flavors of vanilla and nutmeg. It's a creamy, decadent treat perfect for cozy gatherings with friends and family during the festive season. The addition of spirits like bourbon, rum, or brandy adds an extra kick to this classic eggnog recipe, making it a delightful delight for your taste buds.

Merry Eggnog Delight

A comforting and indulgent holiday eggnog recipe, rich in whole milk, egg yolks, and heavy cream, with warm hints of vanilla and nutmeg. Perfect for festive gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/16 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, separated
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons sugar, divided
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/16 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Bourbon, rum, brandy, or amaretto (optional)
  • Garnish: ground nutmeg

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, heat the whole milk, vanilla bean, and salt over medium heat, without allowing it to boil.
  2. Beat the egg yolks with 1 cup of sugar until pale and ribbonlike in a large bowl.
  3. Slowly pour 2 cups of the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, mixing on low speed constantly.
  4. Pour the egg mixture into the pot of hot milk, whisking constantly. Add the heavy cream and cook until the mixture thickens and reaches 170°F.
  5. Remove from heat, discard the vanilla bean, and set aside. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and remaining sugar until stiff peaks form.
  6. Pour the milk mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large serving bowl. Carefully fold in the beaten egg whites and nutmeg.
  7. Ladle into punch cups or mugs, add spirits to taste (if desired), and garnish with nutmeg.