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Classic Eggnog

  • Author: Heirloomed Collection

Description

This holiday staple is essential for any festive gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 vanilla bean pod – split and with the seeds removed
  • 1 teaspoon fresh nutmeg
  • 5 eggs, separated
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup dark rum or bourbon

Instructions

  1. Combine milk, cream, cinnamon, vanilla bean, vanilla seeds and nutmeg in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, remove pan from the heat and allow it to steep.
  2. Using a stand mixer or a large bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar until combined. Thick ribbons should form when the whisk is lifted. Slowly begin whisking in the milk and continue until mixture is smooth and combined. Add rum or bourbon and stir. Refrigerate overnight, up to three days.
  3. Right before serving, beat egg whites, in a bowl or stand mixer, until soft peaks form. Fold mixture gently into eggnog until combined. Garnish with fresh nutmeg before serving.