Best Creamy Holiday Eggnog Recipes

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CREAMY HOLIDAY EGGNOG



Creamy Holiday Eggnog image

For a nice, rich and creamy treat, try this eggnog recipe. You can serve it plain or add rum for adult holiday guests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings (about 4 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups milk, divided
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Additional whipped cream and ground nutmeg, optional

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar and salt. Gradually add 2 cups milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until a thermometer reads 160°, about 25 minutes., Pour into a large bowl; stir in the vanilla, nutmeg and remaining milk. Place the bowl in an ice-water bath; stir frequently until mixture is cool. If mixture separates, process in a blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. , When ready to serve, in a small bowl, beat cream on high speed until soft peaks form; whisk gently into cooled mixture. Pour into a chilled punch bowl. If desired, top with dollops of whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 289mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.

CREAMY HOLIDAY EGGNOG (NON-ALCOHOLIC)



Creamy Holiday Eggnog (non-alcoholic) image

I got this recipe from my mother's Southern Living Cookbook that she has had for at least 15 years or so. This eggnog is so creamy and delicious and the nutmeg gives it that bit of spice that makes this creamy holiday treat the perfect touch. I made this in my teen years a few times for Thanksgiving and Christmas and my family...

Provided by Hope Vaillancourt

Categories     Other Drinks

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 large eggs, separated
3/4 c sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
3 c whipping cream
2 c milk
1/4 c sugar
***ground nutmeg, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • 1. Beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored; gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, vanilla and 1/4 tsp nutmeg, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Cover & chill for 8 hours.
  • 2. Place chilled mixture in a punch bowl. Gradually stir in cream & milk. Beat egg whites (at room temperature) in a large mixing bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff. Fold whites into chilled mixture. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
  • 3. Feel free to add cinnamon sticks or candy canes into your glass of eggnog for added flavor. You can also top with whip cream.

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