Eggnog from Scratch

Eggnog from Scratch

It is relatively easy to toss a few quarts of eggnog and a bottle of rum into a punch bowl, but take the time to make some eggnog from scratch and you will be amazed at how great real eggnog can be. Garnish with freshly ground nutmeg.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
3 hrs
Total Time:
3 hrs 20 mins
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 12 jumbo egg yolks
  • 1 pound granulated sugar
  • 1 quart whole milk
  • 1 liter spiced rum
  • 1 quart heavy cream, lightly whipped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1
Beat egg yolks in a large mixing bowl. Gradually add sugar. Beat until mixture thickens. Stir in milk and rum. Pour into a large punch bowl and chill for 3 to 4 hours.

Step 2
Fold in lightly whipped heavy cream with vanilla before serving.

Editor’s Note:

This recipe contains raw egg. We recommend that pregnant women, young children, older adults, and the immunocompromised do not consume raw egg. Learn more about egg safety from our article, How to Make Your Eggs Safe.