Holiday Spiced Eggnog Delight
This Holiday Spiced Eggnog Delight is a classic holiday tradition that warms the heart with its rich and creamy texture and delightful blend of spices. Whether served with or without alcohol, this homemade eggnog recipe captures the essence of the holiday season and is sure to be a hit at festive gatherings. The comforting flavors of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg combined with the creamy goodness of milk and half & half make this a must-have holiday treat to enjoy with loved ones.
Holiday Spiced Eggnog Delight
A classic homemade eggnog with a rich, creamy texture and delightful blend of spices that captures the essence of the holiday season.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Ingredients
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 whole cloves
- 1/3 cup half & half
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon rum extract
- a pinch of ground nutmeg
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl with a pouring spout, whisk together the egg yolk and the sugar until the mixture becomes light in color.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the milk with the cinnamon stick and whole cloves until it is just about to boil.
- Slowly whisk about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture to temper the eggs. Continue this process until about half of the milk has been added to the egg mixture.
- Whisk the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes, whisking constantly.
- Strain the mixture from the saucepan into a glass jug, removing the cinnamon stick and whole cloves.
- Allow the mixture to cool for about an hour, then stir in the half & half, vanilla extract, rum extract, and nutmeg.
- Chill the eggnog in the refrigerator and serve in a glass with a sprinkle of nutmeg on top.