Holiday Spiced Eggnog Delight

This Holiday Spiced Eggnog Delight is a creamy and flavorful holiday classic that will warm your heart and soul. Infused with aromatic spices and a hint of rum, it's a delightful treat for festive gatherings or cozy nights by the fire. Whether served with or without alcohol, this eggnog is a must-have for a truly memorable holiday season.

Holiday Spiced Eggnog Delight

A creamy and flavorful holiday classic infused with aromatic spices and a hint of rum, perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights by the fire.

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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 (plus additional for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl with a pouring spout, whisk together the egg yolk and sugar until the mixture becomes light in color.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, heat the milk with the cinnamon stick and whole cloves until it reaches a gentle boil.
  3. Slowly whisk 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture to temper the eggs. Repeat this process until about half of the hot milk has been added.
  4. Whisk the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes, ensuring to whisk constantly.
  5. Strain the mixture from the saucepan into a glass jug, removing the cinnamon stick and whole cloves.
  6. Allow the mixture to cool for about an hour, then stir in the half & half, vanilla extract, rum extract, and nutmeg.
  7. Chill the eggnog in the refrigerator and serve in glasses, topped with a sprinkle of nutmeg.