A rich, creamy homemade eggnog, dusted with nutmeg – a festive classic served warm in mugs.
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
30
minutesA rich, creamy homemade eggnog, dusted with nutmeg – a festive classic served warm in mugs.
Ingredients
4 egg yolks
75g caster sugar
500ml whole milk
150ml double cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
Freshly grated nutmeg, to serve
Directions
- Whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until pale and thick.
- Gently warm the milk and cream in a saucepan until just below boiling.
- Slowly whisk the warm milk into the egg mixture, then return to a low heat and stir until lightly thickened – don’t let it boil.
- Stir in the vanilla, pour into mugs and dust generously with nutmeg.
This homemade eggnog is best shared – see more American recipes on Meals & Mixers.
