Yuletide Eggnog Delight

This homemade eggnog recipe is a delightful holiday treat that's perfect for using up leftover egg yolks. It's a creamy, decadent beverage with warm hints of cinnamon and nutmeg that the whole family can enjoy during the festive season.

Yuletide Eggnog Delight

A creamy and rich eggnog recipe with a hint of warm spices, perfect for the holiday season.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 small cinnamon stick
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the milk, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is hot, but not boiling.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolks until pale and fluffy.
  3. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, stirring constantly to avoid scrambling the eggs.
  4. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes until hot but not boiling.
  5. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh and stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract.
  6. Cool the eggnog to room temperature, then cover and chill until cold.