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Homemade Eggnog

Bring your holiday celebrations to life with this delicious Homemade Eggnog! Made with just a handful of ingredients, this eggnog is easy to make and has the most amazing flavor. Whip up a batch for the kids and another one for the adults. No matter how you mix it, this drink is sure to bring cheer to all your holiday parties!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 283kcal
Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 6 large egg yolks beaten
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup brandy OR rum OR bourbon (optional)

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine milk, heavy cream, egg yolks, sugar, and nutmeg.
  • Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and coats a spoon. (Do not boil.)
  • Remove from heat; place pan in a bowl with ice and continue stirring mixture for 2 minutes.
  • Add vanilla extract and brandy; stir well.
  • Refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 187mg | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 731IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 0.4mg