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    Easy Homemade Eggnog Recipe (Non Alcoholic)

    Published: Nov 28, 2022 by Jenn · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Eggnog! You either love or hate the flavor and have a strong opinion about it. There’s no in-between.

    If you’re like me and love the rich, creamy taste of classic eggnog, but don’t like the idea of using raw eggs, this easy homemade eggnog recipe is for you. Curl up with a mug and your favorite sweatshirt this holiday season and get cozy!

    Once you’ve tasted the flavor of rich, homemade eggnog you might not want to drink the premade kind anymore. Fair warning! This easy homemade eggnog recipe is non-alcoholic so everyone can enjoy it. For an adults-only version, you can add some rum, bourbon, or cognac, to taste.

    Homemade Eggnog Ingredients

    • eggs
    • sugar
    • whole milk
    • vanilla extract
    • ground nutmeg
    • evaporated milk
    • half & half

    Optional for Garnish

    • Whipped cream
    • Cinnamon sticks
    • Dash nutmeg

    How to Make Homemade Eggnog

    1. Combine eggs and sugar in a medium bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined.
    2. Transfer to a saucepan and stir in whole milk, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg.
    3. In a separate bowl, stir evaporated milk and half and half until combined. Set aside.
    4. Heat egg mixture over medium-low heat while stirring constantly to prevent the milk from scorching.
    5. When the mixture reaches 160 degrees on a candy thermometer, remove from heat and slowly whisk in evaporated milk mixture.
    6. Cool slightly before tasting. Add more sugar or nutmeg, if desired, before transferring to an airtight container.
    7. Refrigerate overnight or until thoroughly chilled.
    8. Serve in mugs and garnish with whipped cream, cinnamon sticks, and/or a dash of nutmeg, if desired. Enjoy!
    Two yellow mugs of homemade eggnog with nutmeg sprinkled on top.

    Fun fact: eggnog originated in the UK from a similar, earlier medieval drink. Only the wealthy could afford the luxury of eggs, cream, and sherry so eggnog was often used to toast prosperity and good fortune. They were toasting to what they already had and intended to keep I suppose!

    Thankfully today even the likes of us middle-class folk can enjoy this decadent Christmas drink. Calories don’t count until after the new year so drink up!

    Homemade Eggnog Non Alcoholic Version

    Jenn
    If you're like me and love the rich, creamy taste of classic eggnog, but don’t like the idea of using raw eggs, this easy homemade eggnog recipe is for you
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Recipes
    Cuisine Dessert
    Servings 12
    Calories 311 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 eggs
    • 1¼ cups sugar
    • 4 cups whole milk
    • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 2 cups evaporated milk
    • 2 cups half & half

    Instructions
     

    • Combine eggs and sugar in a medium bowl and whisk until thoroughly combined. Transfer to a saucepan and stir in whole milk, vanilla extract, and ground nutmeg.
    • In a separate bowl, stir evaporated milk and half and half until combined. Set aside.
    • Heat egg mixture over medium-low heat while stirring constantly to prevent the milk from scorching. When mixture reaches 160 degrees on a candy thermometer, remove from heat and slowly whisk in evaporated milk mixture.
    • Cool slightly before tasting. Add more sugar or nutmeg, if desired, before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate overnight or until thoroughly chilled. Serve in mugs and garnish with whipped cream, cinnamon sticks, and/or a dash of nutmeg, if desired. Enjoy!
    Keyword christmas dessert, christmas recipes, eggnog, homemade eggnog recipe, non alcoholic eggnog
    Nutrition Facts
    Homemade Eggnog Non Alcoholic Version
    Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
    Calories 311 Calories from Fat 135
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 15g23%
    Saturated Fat 8g50%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 6g
    Cholesterol 220mg73%
    Sodium 175mg8%
    Carbohydrates 31g10%
    Sugar 31g34%
    Protein 13g26%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    If you read this far I’m guessing you love the flavor of eggnog so try my no-bake frozen eggnog pie recipe this Christmas too!

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