Festive Spiced Eggnog

This traditional holiday drink, Festive Spiced Eggnog, is a creamy and rich concoction made with egg yolks, sugar, heavy cream, warm spices, vanilla, and milk. It's the perfect festive treat to enjoy with loved ones during the holiday season, and it's incredibly easy to make. The warm flavors of nutmeg and cinnamon infuse the velvety-smooth eggnog, creating a comforting and indulgent beverage that is sure to bring joy to any gathering.

Festive Spiced Eggnog

Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Festive Spiced Eggnog, a delicious holiday favorite made with eggs, sugar, cream, warm spices, and milk.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Ground cinnamon for topping
  • Optional: alcohol (such as rum or bourbon)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine milk, heavy cream, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Heat the mixture until it's almost boiling, whisking frequently.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar. Gradually add sugar to the egg mixture, whisking thoroughly after each addition.
  3. Add about 1/2 cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking thoroughly. Continue adding the hot cream gradually while whisking.
  4. Pour the combined mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat until it reaches 160 degrees F, whisking constantly.
  5. Remove from the heat, whisk in the vanilla, and allow the mixture to slightly thicken as it cools.
  6. Pour the eggnog into glasses and lightly dust the top with ground cinnamon.