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Spiced Eggnog

Homemade eggnog infused with warm spices and vanilla.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

Method
 

  1. Whisk the egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick.
  2. Warm the milk with the nutmeg and a pinch of cinnamon in a saucepan.
  3. Slowly whisk the warm milk into the yolks to temper them.
  4. Return everything to the pan and cook gently until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in the cream and vanilla, then chill thoroughly.
  6. Serve cold with a grating of nutmeg on top.

Notes

Keep the heat low so the eggs don't scramble.