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eggnog-recipe

Eggnog Recipe

A classic, creamy eggnog recipe perfect for the holidays.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 4 Eggs separated
  • ¾ cup Sugar divided
  • 2 cups Milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ teaspoon Nutmeg freshly grated

Instructions 

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together egg yolks and ½ cup sugar until well combined.
  2. Add milk and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Do not boil.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Let cool.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add remaining ¼ cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold egg whites into cooled egg mixture. Chill before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 200mg | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Christmas, Gluten-Free, Holiday
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