Holiday Spiced Eggnog Delight

This traditional homemade eggnog is a creamy and rich holiday delight, infused with the comforting flavors of vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon. It's the perfect cozy beverage for the festive season, bringing warmth and cheer to the whole family.

Holiday Spiced Eggnog Delight

A creamy and rich traditional eggnog with comforting holiday flavors of vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1/2 teaspoon good vanilla extract
  • Pinch of grated nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Bourbon to taste (optional)

Instructions

  1. To pasteurize the egg, place it in a pan with cool water and heat it to 138°F/60°C, maintaining this temperature for 3 minutes.
  2. Separate the egg yolk from the white and set aside.
  3. In a saucepan, combine the milk, cream, cinnamon stick, vanilla, and nutmeg. Bring to a simmer at 160°F/72°C.
  4. In a bowl, beat the egg yolk and sugar until smooth and ribbons form. Add to the pan and bring the mixture back to 160°F/72°C.
  5. Remove the cinnamon stick, stir in bourbon (if using), and refrigerate until cool.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat the egg white until stiff peaks form. Fold into the cooled milk/cream mixture.
  7. Serve topped with nutmeg and a splash of bourbon (optional).