Homemade Eggnog Recipe

This homemade eggnog is smooth, rich, and creamy because it is made from whole milk, cream, eggs, nutmeg, and rum. Serve for a Christmas brunch or evening Christmas Party or house hopping.

This is the best homemade egg nog recipe you will ever make! Yes, this is the real thing! Try it and see.

Although made with real rum, this drink recipe can also be made into a non-alcoholic version with the substitution of rum flavoring or extract.

If you want to become known amongst your family and friends for serving up a special homemade egg nog recipe for breakfast or brunch,this is a good one to try.

Learn how to make this outstanding drink recipe from scratch!

Homemade Eggnog Recipe

8 eggs, separated
1-1/2 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups light rum OR 2 Tablespoons rum flavoring
2 Tablspoons finely ground nutmeg (the finer ground, the better)
2 cups heavy cream
6 cups milk

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Kitchen Equipment Needed

large mixing bowls
Hand Mixer
Gallon Pitcher

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Instructions:

Step 1: Beat the whites of 8 eggs until soft peaks form. Set aside.

Step 2: Beat the yolks of 8 eggs until thick and lemon colored.

Step 3: Gradually beat in sugar with the egg yolks.

Step 4: Add the light rum or rum flavoring and ground nutmeg. Beat until mixed.

Step 5: With a whisk or spoon, stir in 2 cups of heavy cream and all of the milk.

Step 6: Add the egg white mixture to the rum mixture and fold together until blended.

Step 7: Chill the nog until ready to serve. Stir with a whisk before serving.

This festive nog can be made the night before. Just stir with a whisk before serving.

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