Traditional Eggnog Recipe

Name: Traditional Eggnog
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 large egg whites; 1 cup granulated sugar; 12 egg yolks; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 cups whipping cream; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon vanilla; 7 cups whole milk; 2 cups light rum; 1 cup whiskey (rye or scotch); 1 dash nutmeg

Servings: persons

12 large egg whites
1 cup granulated sugar
12 egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups whipping cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla
7 cups whole milk
2 cups light rum
1 cup whiskey (rye or scotch)
1 dash nutmeg

1
You will need 3 medium to large bowls.
2
In the first bowl beat egg whites until they start to thicken.
3
Add 1 cup sugar, beat until thick.
4
In the second bowl: Beat egg yolks and salt until thick.
5
Combine beaten egg whites with yolks and beat until mixed and thick.
6
In a third large bowl beat cream until it starts to thicken.
7
Add 2 tbsp sugar & vanilla to the beaten cream.
8
Add milk, rum & whiskey beating continually (for non alcoholic eggnog omit the alcohol and add artificial rum flavoring doing it a tsp at a time until you achieve the desired taste).
9
Combine all the ingredients, and chill.
10
Serve with a garnish of a sprinkle of nutmeg on top of each glass.

1969

kcal

Calories

137

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 large egg whites, 1 cup granulated sugar, 12 egg yolks, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Traditional Eggnog falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Traditional Eggnog

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