I grew up drinking eggnog all year round because my mom would regularly make a similar drink called an egg flip. It was simply milk, an egg, a touch of sugar, and a splash of vanilla blended together. It tasted so good! It was a delicious and healthy protein drink; however, I still looked forward to a classic Christmas eggnog recipe at Christmas because it tasted so rich and velvety.
How is eggnog is made?
Christmas eggnog is a holiday tradition for many people. This rich and creamy drink is made with milk, cream, eggs, sugar, and spices. It’s usually served cold and it’s a favorite holiday beverage. If you’ve never had eggnog before, or if you’re looking for a homemade eggnog recipe, I’ve got a great one for you!
This eggnog recipe from Chef John of Food Wishes is one of the best I’ve ever tasted. Adults will love it too when you add a couple of splashes of whiskey or your favorite liqueur. It is sure to become a holiday favorite! The creamy, luxurious texture of this recipe is infinitely better than any store-bought version.
Make Classic Christmas Eggnog With This Homemade Eggnog Recipe
Course: DrinksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy6
servings15
minutes15
minutes230
kcal30
minutesIngredients
4 egg yolks
1/3 cup white sugar
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
2 ounces of bourbon whiskey
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg, finely grated
4 egg whites
1 tablespoon white sugar
Directions
- Watch the video for recipe directions.
Recipe Video
Notes
- This recipe uses raw egg whites. The chance of consuming an egg infected with salmonella is 0.005% or one egg out of 20,000. If an egg has been in contact with salmonella, any bacteria would most likely be on the outside of the shell. To reduce this risk, I always recommend using only fresh, refrigerated, clean grade A or AA eggs. Also, avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell. While eggs are washed before packaging, cleaning the eggs with equal parts of water and vinegar will naturally disinfect the shell if you have any concerns about consuming raw eggs.
Please share this homemade eggnog recipe by Chef John with your friends and family.
Note: This recipe uses raw egg whites. The chance of consuming an egg infected with salmonella is 0.005% or one egg out of 20,000. If an egg has been in contact with salmonella, any bacteria would most likely be on the outside of the shell. To reduce this risk, I always recommend using only fresh, refrigerated, clean grade A or AA eggs. Also, avoid contact between the yolks or whites and the shell. While eggs are washed before packaging, cleaning the eggs with equal parts of water and vinegar will naturally disinfect the shell if you have any concerns about consuming raw eggs.
