How to Make Homemade Eggnog

• Refrigerated

  • 12 Egg yolks

• Baking & Spices

  • 1 tsp Cinnamon, ground
  • 4 Cloves, whole
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract

• Dairy

  • 2 cups Light cream
  • 3 cups Milk

• Beer, Wine & Liquor

  • 1/2 cup Rum

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Description

Ingredients

• 12 egg yolks
• 3 cups milk
• 2 cups light cream
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup rum
• 4 whole cloves
• 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. nutmeg

Directions

• In a saucepan add milk, 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract, cloves, and cinnamon.
• Slowly bring milk to a boil over low heat (about 5 minutes). Then remove from heat.
• In a mixing bowl add egg yolks. Whisk together with sugar until thick and completely combined.
• Pour hot milk into eggs, whisking quickly.
• Pour whole mixture back into sauce pan and heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
• Use a strainer or slotted spoon to remove cloves. Discard cloves.
• Remove from heat and let cool for about an hour.
• Once cooled, whisk in cream, rum, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and nutmeg.
• Serve immediately, or refrigerate until cold and serve.