How to Make the Absolute Best Eggnog

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Coconut cream adds richness while being lower in calories.

sherry

🥗Healthier: fortified wine

💰Cheaper: white wine

Fortified wine offers a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

Separate the eggs, placing the yolks in a large mixing bowl and the whites in a separate bowl.

Whisk the egg yolks until they are pale and creamy.

Gradually add sugar to the egg yolks, whisking until well combined.

Stir in the milk and heavy cream until fully incorporated.

Add sherry, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon, mixing thoroughly.

In the separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.

Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the egg yolk mixture until just combined.

Chill the eggnog in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

Serve in chilled glasses, garnished with a sprinkle of nutmeg.

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