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Description
Enjoy this rich and creamy homemade eggnog, perfect for holiday gatherings. This recipe blends simple ingredients into a festive drink.
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup bourbon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks with 1/2 cup sugar until pale and thick.
- Gradually whisk in milk, cream, and bourbon (if using).
- In a separate clean bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold egg whites into the yolk mixture.
- Stir in nutmeg. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the bourbon.
- Adjust nutmeg to your preference.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 5 min
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg