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Chef John's Homemade Eggnog

Chef John's Homemade Eggnog

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  • 13 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Custard Base

    • 🥚 4 egg yolks
    • 🍬 ⅓ cup white sugar
    • 🥛 2 cups whole milk
    • 🥛 1 cup heavy cream
    • 🧂 ¾ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
    • 2 fluid ounces bourbon whiskey, or more to taste

  • Meringue

    • 🥚 4 egg whites
    • 🍬 1 tablespoon white sugar
    • 🧂 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg

STEPS

1

Place egg yolks in a saucepan. Whisk in sugar until well blended and creamy. Add milk and cream; whisk until blended. Place pan over medium heat; whisk frequently until mixture reaches a temperature of between 170 to 180 degrees F (75 to 80 degrees C) using an instant-read thermometer. Remove from heat. Stir in nutmeg and whiskey.

2

Chill pan in cold water until cool. Transfer mixture to a container (a large pitcher is ideal). Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, 2 to 3 hours.

3

Place egg whites in a bowl and whisk until soft peaks form. Add sugar and continue whisking until egg whites hold a firmer peak. Whisk egg whites into custard base until thoroughly blended. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.

4

Whisk eggnog again just before serving and between each pour to ensure even distribution of the egg whites which tend to float to the top. Serve with a dusting of nutmeg.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

463

Calories

  • 12
    Protein
  • 28
    Carbs
  • 31
    Fats

💡 For a non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with additional milk or vanilla essence.To ensure even consistency, whisk the eggnog before every pour.Use freshly grated nutmeg for a more aromatic and flavorful result.If you prefer a creamier texture, increase the heavy cream slightly and reduce the milk.