Mom's Eggnog

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A traditional eggnog for the holidays. Milk is sweetened and cooked with egg yolks to make a creamy custard. It is then lightened with whipped egg whites and topped with whipped cream and nutmeg.

Submitted by Wendy
Updated on July 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 quarts whole milk

  • 4 egg yolks

  • 4 egg whites

  • 4 teaspoons white sugar

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg

  • 1 cup whipped cream, garnish

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, stir together sugar and flour. Gradually stir in the milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk egg yolks until smooth. Ladle a small amount of the hot milk into the yolks and quickly whisk in. Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the hot milk. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat and allow to cool.

  2. In a medium glass or metal bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Gradually add 4 teaspoons sugar, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. fold whites into eggnog and refrigerate until chilled. Serve garnished with a dollop of whipped cream and a dash of nutmeg.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

426 Calories
16g Fat
55g Carbs
16g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 426
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 20%
Saturated Fat 9g 43%
Cholesterol 177mg 59%
Sodium 186mg 8%
Total Carbohydrate 55g 20%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 49g
Protein 16g 31%
Calcium 395mg 30%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 539mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.