Homemade Eggnog Recipe

Eggnog

is a rich, chilled, sweetened, dairy-based beverage traditionally made with milk, cream, sugar, egg yolks, and whipped egg whites, giving it a frothy texture and its name 1.

Homemade Eggnog Recipe

If you're interested in making homemade eggnog, you can try this recipe that is described as easy and delicious. It is said to be thick and creamy with the perfect mild flavor and hint of nutmeg. The recipe is recommended for those who have never liked store-bought eggnog, as it is described as truly what dreams are made of. The recipe involves using ground nutmeg and refrigerating the mixture instead of using an ice-water bath 2.

Shelf Life

The shelf life of eggnog depends on whether it contains alcohol. Non-alcoholic eggnog should be consumed within 1 day, while eggnog with 1/2 to 1 cup of liquor can be refrigerated for several days. Eggnog with 1 1/2 cups of liquor can be refrigerated for several weeks in a sealed glass container or mason jar, where it will continue aging and thicken up nicely 3.

Eggnog Tradition

For a traditional eggnog, egg whites are whipped up to stiff peaks and then folded into the eggnog mixture, making it light and fluffy. However, the egg whites are not cooked, and some people avoid eating raw eggs due to the risk of salmonella. To address this concern, pasteurized eggs can be used, or the combined mixture can be reheated until it reaches 160°F and then chilled again. Alternatively, an egg-free version of eggnog called coquito can be made, which is the Puerto Rican answer to eggnog, made with condensed milk, coconut, spices, and rum 4.