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Creamiest, Loaded Eggnog

Course: Beverages / Cocktails
Keyword: eggnog; egg drink; Christmas
Calories: 405kcal
Author: Roz | La Bella Vita Cucina

Ingredients

  • 12 jumbo eggs
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1-1/2 cup bourbon
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup cognac or brandy
  • ½ cup rum
  • 1-1/2 cups heavy cream cold
  • cinnamon candy canes
  • cinnamon sticks
  • ground nutmeg

Instructions

  • Separate the eggs and save the whites for later.
  • Beat the yolks with the sugar in a large mixing bowl until the mixture lightens in color and falls off the whisk in a solid "ribbon" for 5 minutes.
  • Combine dairy and all of the booze in a second bowl or pitcher and then slowly beat into the egg mixture.
  • Move to a large glass jar (or a couple of smaller ones) and store it in the fridge or place of very cool storage, for a minimum of 3 weeks.  This time is necessary for the alcohol to kill any bacteria in the eggs. The more time that it has to 'brew' the more mellow the flavor becomes.
  • Serve in mugs or cups topped with a some nutmeg sprinkled on top.

Notes

Equipment Needed To Make Eggnog:
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Large Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Large Clean Glass Jar
  • Canning Lid wing Ring that Seals Tight
  • Funnel
  • Blender
  • Micro-Gater

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 135g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 55mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 37g