Festive Frothy Eggnog Delight

This Festive Frothy Eggnog Delight is the perfect holiday treat for all ages. With a combination of milk, cream, egg yolks, sugar, and nutmeg, this homemade eggnog is a breeze to make and offers a delectable flavor that captures the spirit of the season. Whether enjoyed as is or spiked with brandy, rum, or bourbon for the adults, this creamy and indulgent eggnog is guaranteed to bring an extra touch of merriment to your festive gatherings.

Festive Frothy Eggnog Delight

A creamy homemade eggnog with a delightful blend of milk, cream, egg yolks, sugar, and nutmeg, perfect for holiday celebrations.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Roundy's milk
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 3/4 large Roundy's egg yolks, beaten
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Smidge & Spoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon brandy, rum, or bourbon (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, heavy cream, beaten egg yolks, sugar, and nutmeg.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and coats a spoon. (Do not let it boil.)
  3. Remove from heat and place the pan in a bowl with ice, stirring the mixture for 2 minutes to cool it down.
  4. Add the vanilla extract and brandy, rum, or bourbon if desired, and stir well.
  5. Refrigerate until chilled.