Classic Homemade Eggnog Recipe

Classic Homemade Eggnog – rich and creamy eggnog with a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg.

Homemade Eggnog Recipe

Homemade eggnog is just so delicious. I’m not exaggerating when I say it is so much better than store bought!  Some store bought eggnogs are overly thick and sugary sweet. This homemade eggnog is just unbelievably fresh and creamy and it only takes minutes to make. In this recipe, I use store-bought pasteurized eggs for a super quick no-cook recipe.

What’s in Eggnog

Traditional eggnog is made with raw eggs, which gives it a rich and delicious flavor. In this recipe, I use pasteurized eggs found at my local grocery store to be extra safe. I found the pasteurized eggs right next to the organic eggs in my store. They are more expensive than regular eggs, but about the same price as organic. Traditional eggnog contains:

• Eggs
• Sugar
• Milk
• Cream
• Pure Vanilla Extract
• Freshly Grated Nutmeg

How to Make Homemade Eggnog

1. I use an electric mixer  to shorten the mixing time, but you can use a stand mixer or just a whisk and big bowl as well.
2. Separate egg whites and egg yolks. Reserve egg whites for another purpose.
3. Start mixing the egg yolks. Stream in sugar until well combined.
4. Mix until light yellow.
5. Stir in milk, heavy cream, vanilla and nutmeg.
6. Try this with freshly grated nutmeg. You won’t be sorry!

MORE HOLIDAY DRINK RECIPES

• Apple Cider Mimosas 
• CrockPot Hot Chocolate 
• Slow Cooker Apple Cider  
• Slow Cooker Mulled Wine  
• Slow Cooker Spiked Apple Cider

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Easy Homemade Eggnog

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

5 mins

 

Classic Homemade Eggnog - rich and creamy eggnog with a sprinkle of freshly grated nutmeg.

Course: Drink

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Eggnog, Homemade Eggnog Recipe

Servings: 4

Calories: 404 kcal

Author: Melissa

Ingredients

• 4 egg yolks from pasteurized eggs
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 cups whole milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated nutmeg

Instructions

1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, mix egg yolks on medium speed.
2. Slowly add sugar just until well combined. Eggs should be a light yellow color.
3. Scrape down sides of bowl as needed.
4. Turn mixer to low and add in milk, heavy cream, vanilla and nutmeg.
5. Chill and serve.

Recipe Notes

Use a whole nutmeg, freshly grated on a microplane for best flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Easy Homemade Eggnog

Amount Per Serving

Calories 404 Calories from Fat 279

% Daily Value*

Fat 31g48%

Saturated Fat 18g113%

Cholesterol 289mg96%

Sodium 84mg4%

Potassium 225mg6%

Carbohydrates 25g8%

Sugar 23g26%

Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 1332IU27%

Vitamin C 1mg1%

Calcium 200mg20%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.