{"collection":"recipes","slug":"1670140800000-eggnog","cid":"bafkreih7xhemvxa2xlwcq5watzwisa5kjg3uzwc7dlc27hzmz76l6jcimu","title":"Eggnog","excerpt":"A creamy, festive eggnog recipe with cooked custard base, whipped egg whites, vanilla, and spirits, topped with whipped cream and nutmeg.","body":"**Yield:** 6-8 servings\n\n## Ingredients\n\n| Ingredient              | Amount / Weight | Note        |\n| ----------------------- | --------------- | ----------- |\n| sugar                   | ⅓ cup + 3 tbsp  | divided     |\n| egg yolks               | 2               |             |\n| salt                    | ¼ tsp           |             |\n| milk                    | 4 cups          |             |\n| egg whites              | 2               |             |\n| vanilla extract         | 1 tsp           |             |\n| brandy or rum flavoring | to taste        |             |\n| whipping cream          | ½ cup           | whipped     |\n| ground nutmeg           | as needed       | for garnish |\n\n## Steps\n\n1. Beat ⅓ cup sugar into egg yolks. Add salt and stir in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture coats the spoon. Cool.\n2. Beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add 3 tablespoons sugar, beating to soft peaks. Add to the cooled custard and mix thoroughly.\n3. Add vanilla and brandy or rum flavoring to taste.\n4. Chill for 3-4 hours.\n5. Pour into a punch bowl or cups. Dot with islands of whipped cream and sprinkle with nutmeg.","tags":["eggnog","holiday","dessert","drinks","rum","brandy","nutmeg","custard"],"published":true,"createdAt":"2022-12-04T12:00:00Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-16T14:56:28Z"}