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Creamy homemade Eggnog Recipe with nutmeg garnish, perfect for holiday spiked or non-alcoholic drinks.

Quick Holiday Eggnog Recipe

This creamy, homemade Eggnog Recipe blends rich dairy, fresh spices, and optional spirits for a festive holiday drink that outshines store-bought versions—quick to make, customizable, and perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large eggs separated
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Cinnamon sticks optional
  • 1 –2 ounces bourbon rum, or brandy per serving (optional)
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Separate 6 eggs, placing yolks and whites into separate bowls.
  2. Beat yolks with 1/2 cup sugar until pale, smooth, and slightly thickened.
  3. Slowly mix in the milk, heavy cream, and nutmeg until fully combined.
  4. For traditional eggnog, continue to serving; for a fluffy version, beat the egg whites.
  5. Whip the egg whites until stiff, glossy peaks form.
  6. Gently fold whites into the yolk mixture for a lighter texture.
  7. Serve over ice with optional alcohol and garnish with nutmeg or cinnamon.

Notes

Use pasteurized eggs for safety. Chill up to 1 hour before serving for optimized flavor blending.