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Eggnog with Nutmeg and Cinnamon
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- Categories: Beverages, Christmas Recipes, Puddings & Custards
- Servings: 10 change
- Calories per serving: 390
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
Nutritional Facts
| Per serving | % Daily Value* |
| Calories 390 | 20% |
| Fat 18g | 28% |
| Cholesterol 299mg | 100% |
| Sodium 70mg | 3% |
| Carbohydrates 29g | 20% |
This classic recipe is enriched with sweeten whipped cream and freshly ground cinnamon and nutmeg. This contemporized recipe uses a custard type base which prevents the threat of using raw eggs. This recipe is certainly not low-cal but it is the holiday season and diets are for the New Year anyway!
Ingredients
- 2 whole nutmegs
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 12 large egg yolks
- 4 cups homogenized milk
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 2 cups whipping or heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups brandy, cognac, rum or bourbon
Recipe Method
1. Using a3. Place over low heat and simmer, stirring often, until slightly thickened, about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove form heat and stir in the remaining 2 cups milk, and let cool. 4. In a bowl, whip the heavy cream with the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Set aside. 5. Strain the cooled egg and milk mixture through a fine mesh strainer and pour into a serving pitcher or small punch bowl. Stir in the brandy. Serve the eggnog in cups or glasses, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle each of nutmeg and cinnamon.
