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Home » Type » Drinks » Eggnog

Eggnog

December 15, 2009 by Faith 31 Comments

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To me, nothing is more festive than eggnog.  Snow falling, carols playing, and a glass of chilled eggnog is all it takes to put me in a festive holiday mood.  I know you can buy eggnog at the store without all the work of making it yourself…but I promise that the store-bought stuff can’t hold a candle to the flavor of homemade eggnog!  If you want to share, I’d love you hear some of your favorite holiday foods or drinks!

eggnog-top-smallIf you like the flavor of eggnog, but find it too rich to drink on its own, here are a few other uses for it:

·         Eggnog coffee and/or tea (use eggnog instead of milk and sugar)

·         Eggnog French toast

·         Eggnog rice pudding

·         Eggnog panna cotta

·         Eggnog bread pudding

·         Eggnog ice cream (just put it into your ice cream maker as you would any other custard)

·         Eggnog oatmeal (prepare oats with eggnog instead of water and/or milk)

·         As a replacement for milk in cookies, muffins, cakes, and/or bread recipes (recipe coming soon!)

·         Eggnog buttercream (recipe coming soon!)

·         Dark chocolate eggnog truffles (recipe coming soon!)

 

Remember that you have until December 20 at 9PM EST to submit a Christmas recipe (i.e., any recipe that says Christmas to you) for the All Through the Year Cheer event.  The prize for the winning recipe will be a one-year subscription to Cooking Light magazine!  Brandy and I are so excited to see what everyone comes up with! 

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(Yield:  About 12 (1/2 c) servings)

 

6 large eggs

2/3 c white sugar

1/4 tsp salt

4 c reduced-fat milk (I used 2% milk, but you can use whole milk if you like your eggnog richer)

1 TB pure vanilla extract

1/2 tsp fresh grated nutmeg

1/4 tsp cinnamon

3/4 c heavy cream

Cinnamon sticks (optional, for garnish)

 

In a 3 or 4-quart pan, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and salt; once combined, whisk in the milk.  Turn the heat onto the lowest possible setting and heat until the custard reaches 160F or coats the back of a wooden spoon, stirring frequently (this should take about 45 to 60 minutes).  (Or you could do this in a double boiler.)

 

Strain the mixture through a sieve to remove any pieces of egg, then stir in the vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon.  Refrigerate until chilled (at least 4 hours).

 

Right before you’re ready to serve the eggnog, whip the cream into soft peaks and fold it into the cold custard.  Serve the eggnog in chilled glasses garnished with a cinnamon stick for stirring.  This keeps for about a week in the fridge.

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Filed Under: Christmas, Drinks, Gluten Free Tagged: All Through the Year Cheer, Eggnog, Recipes

Comments

  1. jules p says

    November 26, 2010 at 3:58 pm

    Thank you for fixing this egg nog without the alcohol in it. :)

    I can’t wait to make it and the cupcakes!!

    Reply
    • admin says

      November 26, 2010 at 6:25 pm

      Jules, Thanks so much for your sweet comment! I hope you enjoy the eggnog and cupcakes! :)

      Reply
  2. Chakh...le...Re!!! says

    December 18, 2009 at 9:21 pm

    I had seen on so many food network shows ppl using eggnog…was wondering the recipe of it. Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
  3. Karine says

    December 17, 2009 at 6:16 pm

    I have yet to try to bake with eggnog. It seems fantastic!

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  4. Erica says

    December 17, 2009 at 1:44 pm

    I love eggnog1 In Colombia we have our own variation….I should make it for my blog.

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  5. Muneeba says

    December 17, 2009 at 1:38 pm

    Creamy, comforting goodness! Can see myself slurping all of that up.

    Reply
  6. Fitness Surfer says

    December 17, 2009 at 3:27 pm

    My hubby loves eggnog and the thicker the getter. I’m back and forth. I like nutmeg and eggs but don’t love it enough to put it on my “Oh so good, i don’t care the the label says” list =) I may try some in my oatmeal one morning. Love the other ideas too.

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  7. marla {Family Fresh Cooking} says

    December 17, 2009 at 9:44 am

    Hi Faith! Egg Nog Yum Yum!!!! I would love my french toast soaked in this treat! Aren’t these seasonal flavors divine!! Your recipe looks fab. Can’t wait to see your upcoming eggnog based recipes!

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  8. Dorothy says

    December 17, 2009 at 7:42 am

    I love how your recipe is lighter than any of the others I’ve seen lately. Many of my friends have sworn off eggnog because they’ve only tasted really thick, cream-laden, boozy versions. I’ll have to give your recipe a shot sometime, and if no one likes it, then at least I can make ice cream with it! Thanks for the list of alternative uses for eggnog :) I’m eager to see that eggnog buttercream recipe!

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  9. theUngourmet says

    December 16, 2009 at 10:36 pm

    I’ve never made my own eggnog but I can just tell by your photos and recipe that it is magnificent! I just made a batch of eggnog cookies this evening and they were so delightful. Next time I’ll try them using your homemade nog!

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  10. Rosa says

    December 16, 2009 at 10:12 pm

    Lovely eggnog! So festive!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

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  11. sophia says

    December 16, 2009 at 8:36 pm

    I do not like eggnog, but I didn’t know you could cook with it! Cool ideas!

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  12. lostpastremembered says

    December 16, 2009 at 5:40 pm

    eggnog looks so good with the cinn stick…mmmm! Great recipe. Thanks Faith. Love that spicy closeup!

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  13. Ellie says

    December 16, 2009 at 3:18 pm

    I’ll try this recipe with pasteurized eggs so I can avoid getting sick. It really looks delicious.

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    • admin says

      December 16, 2009 at 5:34 pm

      Ellie, Yay, I’m glad you’re thinking about making this! You shouldn’t have to worry about the eggs since they’re cooked to 160F. If you try this recipe let me know how you like it! :)

      Reply
  14. Blond Duck says

    December 16, 2009 at 10:53 am

    The Pond critters do enjoy dressing up…

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  15. Joanne says

    December 16, 2009 at 7:08 am

    I am not the biggest eggnog fan. I love the flavor but it is just too rich for me on its own. I love all your ideas for alternative ways to use it. Definitely going to try some. Especially that bread pudding! DELICIOUS. Using your eggnog recipe of course!

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  16. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says

    December 16, 2009 at 3:03 am

    Mmm is it too late in the night to make eggnog? You’ve set off quite a craving in me Faith! :P

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  17. Reeni says

    December 15, 2009 at 6:52 pm

    I am really craving eggnog now! This looks amazing! And a little rum is good in it too!

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  18. Selba says

    December 15, 2009 at 5:42 pm

    I haven’t had eggnog for years! So glad that you are sharing this recipe, definitely will try to make it :)

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  19. Cathy - wheresmydamnanswer says

    December 15, 2009 at 3:45 pm

    Home made Egg Nog is a Christmas Eve tradition in our family and I would not have it any other way! It is worth the work and the calories.. Nothing compares to home made!

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  20. Jen says

    December 15, 2009 at 2:15 pm

    Eggnog french toast is calling my name! Your photos are amazing!

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  21. Nutmeg Nanny says

    December 15, 2009 at 12:37 pm

    Mmmmmmmm delicious! I want to try making my own eggnog this year but have yet to get around to it. Well to be honest I have yet to get around to doing much baking at all. I love that shot with the cinnamon stick. It’s so artistic :)

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  22. Natasha - 5 Star Foodie says

    December 15, 2009 at 1:32 pm

    Yummy eggnog! Looking forward to your recipes using it, especially the truffles!

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  23. Blond Duck says

    December 15, 2009 at 10:20 am

    Perfect for the ball! I’ll inform Pumble.

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  24. grace says

    December 15, 2009 at 10:10 am

    i’ve never liked eggnog itself, but i really enjoy baked goods make with its flavor. what can i tell you–i’m quirky like that. :)
    p.s. i LOVE the shot looking into the cinnamon stick.

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  25. Dawn says

    December 15, 2009 at 8:59 am

    Mmmm I love eggnog–never tried to make my own!

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  26. Krista says

    December 15, 2009 at 8:47 am

    I LOVE eggnog but the “real” stuff hurts my belly. I find the soynog much easier to digest. I actually made a blueberry/eggnog bread pudding last year with it and it was awesome!!

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  27. ingrid says

    December 15, 2009 at 8:43 am

    The kids and I really enjoy eggnog. I bet homemade is waaaaaaaay better than the store bought ones. I can’t wait to see all that you’ve made with your eggnog.

    Btw, sorry. I’ve been slacking in the commenting department. :(
    ~ingrid

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    • admin says

      December 16, 2009 at 3:01 pm

      Ingrid, No problem at all, the holidays are a really busy time year! I hope all is well! :)

      Reply
  28. Karyn Bernard (French Charming) says

    December 15, 2009 at 9:23 am

    I love eggnog and how wonderful that you have a recipe using skim milk as well as other ways to incorporate eggnog, the eggnog French toast sounds divine!

    Love and hugs,
    Karyn

    Reply

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