How to Make Homemade Eggnog

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whole milk

Coconut cream is lower in calories, while whole milk is more budget-friendly.

rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum alternative

💰Cheaper: spiced apple cider

Non-alcoholic options are lower in calories, and spiced apple cider is often cheaper.

Mix 6 egg yolks with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar in a bowl.

Turn the stove on to medium heat.

Add 2 cups of milk and 1 cup of heavy cream to a pot and whisk together.

Bring the milk and cream mixture to a bare simmer.

Add a pinch of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg to the pot.

Temper the egg yolks by slowly pouring the egg yolk mixture back into the pot while whisking.

Heat the mixture for another minute or until it reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit on a thermometer.

Remove the pot from heat and add 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

If desired, add 1/4 cup of bourbon, brandy, rum, or whiskey to the mixture.

Strain the eggnog to ensure it is smooth.

Cover the pot and refrigerate until chilled.

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