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I’ve been a fan of Eggnog since I was very young. It’s one of those holiday traditions that I look forward to every year. I used think that some of the store brands of Eggnog were pretty good – but that was before I started making my own. Trust me – you have not tried true eggnog until you’ve given this recipe a try!
You may even have all of the required ingredients in your home already, so no need to run out to the store when you want to whip up your friends and family a very special treat this season!
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Life Changing Homemade Eggnog
Ingredients
5 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 whole cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
12 egg yolks
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 cups cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Directions
1. Combine milk , 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, cloves and cinnamon in a saucepan, and heat over lowest setting for 5 minutes. Slowly bring milk mixture to a boil.
2. Combine egg yolks and sugar in large bowl. Whisk together until mixture becomes fluffy.
3. Whisk hot milk mixture slowly into the eggs and then pour mixture into saucepan.
4. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes or until thick. Be careful to not allow mixture to boil.
5. Strain to remove cloves, and let cool for about an hour.
6. Stir in cream, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and nutmeg. Refrigerate overnight before serving.
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This eggnog is super creamy and has just the right eggnog flavor! So, what are you waiting for? Give it a try – and then make sure to let me know what you think! 😉
cindy says
I hope it doesn’t give me a stomach ache like the store bought does.
Kirby says
Use Lactose Free Milk.
I was the same until I started using Lactose Free Milk. Now I can enjoy eggnog again.
I made my batch last night. It has been in the fridge overnight so I can have some tonight. I will make another batch on Saturday for New Years.
Kirby says
Use Lactose Free Milk
Dana says
Hi,
Not to sound like a total lush but if I wanted to make it a little more adult and add in some brandy would you have an idea of when to add that to the recipe ? or a specific brand ? Im a total novice so any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks!!
Jennie says
I wish I could tell you Dana, but I don’t have the slightest idea…sorry.
Irene says
When Mom made eggnog, she always added cherry brandy. Absolutely the best especially when it was cold outside.
Sarah K says
How long does last in the fridge and how much does this yield? I’m making this recipe for gifts and I need to know that I’ll have enough and that it will still be good when I give it to my friends.
Enid says
With the ingredient cream? What do you mean? What kind of cream?
Jennie says
Whipping Cream 🙂
Lauren says
I am dairy free right now – I wonder if I can make this with almond milk and almond cream? I will try it and let you know how it turns out!
Jennie says
Yes! Please do let me know! I’d love to hear how it turns out Lauren!
Baal says
Your my hero for this revipe. Thank you!
Jennie says
Can’t wait to hear how you like it!! 🙂