Velvet Eggnog Delight

Homemade eggnog is a classic holiday treat that is rich, creamy, and bursting with warm spices. This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to creating a luxurious eggnog with a velvety texture, allowing you to savor the delightful flavors of freshly grated nutmeg and vanilla, while also offering the option to elevate it with a touch of brandy or rum.

Velvet Eggnog Delight

A rich and creamy homemade eggnog with warm spices and a velvety texture, perfect for the holidays.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/8 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1/8 teaspoon vanilla paste or extract)
  • 1 allspice berry, lightly crushed
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 egg yolk, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon brandy or gold rum (optional)
  • Extra nutmeg, for grating over the top

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, heat the milk, vanilla, and allspice until steaming. Steep for 20 - 30 minutes.
  2. Combine heavy cream and nutmeg in a bowl, then strain the milk mixture into the cream.
  3. Beat together the eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and salt until thickened and pale.
  4. Slowly add the hot milk to the eggs while whisking constantly.
  5. Return the mixture to the pot and cook over medium-low heat until it reaches 165°F, stirring constantly.
  6. Strain the mixture into the heavy cream, then chill over an ice water bath.
  7. Stir in the brandy (if using) and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least one hour and up to 3 days.
  8. Pour into a glass and grate a bit of fresh nutmeg over the top before serving.