This delicious homemade eggnog recipe is easy to make. Perfect for the holidays to serve the whole family. Add alcohol to make it a party cocktail or use this in a recipe that calls for eggnog when it's not available in stores.

This homemade eggnog is perfect for the holidays—and so much better than store bought!

A rich custard is sweetened with brown sugar and flavored with vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Eggnog makes a fun and festive drink to sip during the holidays, you can easily turn it into a cocktail, or add it it your coffee! It's delicious!

★ Why You'll Love this Recipe ★

This eggnog recipe is fully cooked and non-alcoholic so its a fun holiday treat for the whole family.

You can also offer liquor which can be stirred in to make this eggnog into a cocktail.

This is a great go-to recipe if you need eggnog for a recipe like Taylor Swift cookies when eggnog is not available in stores.

★ Ingredients You'll Need ★

Eggnog doesn't require a long list of ingredients or anything out of the ordinary. You may ever already have everything you need on-hand!

Here's what you'll need to gather up:

Egg yolks. Just the yolks add thickness and that rich flavor eggnog is famous for. You can save the egg whites for a healthy omelette or try my egg white bites!
Milk and heavy cream. Whole milk + heavy cream will give you a thicker, more rich flavor. The combination of milk and cream makes for the perfect rich and creamy eggnog– I highly recommend using both!
Cinnamon and nutmeg add warmth and spice to the eggnog. Freshly grated nutmeg adds amazing flavor but powdered works fine too.
Vanilla extract adds delicious flavor and enhances the sweetness of the eggnog. Be sure to use pure vanilla extract.
Brown sugar. You can go light or dark brown sugar. Dark has more molasses so if you want a more rich flavor, go dark!
Liquor is optional. Most traditional eggnog is made with brandy; however, dark rum, brandy, spiced rum, whiskey, and bourbon are also great options depending on your preference.
Garnish. For a fun festive look, garnish with star anise, and/or cinnamon sticks. A pinch of cinnamon powder and sugar also floats nicely on top creating a pretty presentation.

★ How to Make this Recipe ★

Here's a quick look at the steps involved in making this homemade eggnog recipe. The full recipe can be found further down.

Whisk together the egg yolks and brown sugar.
Heat and whisk together milk, heavy cream, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
Add milk mixture to egg, stir to combine.
Return to sauce pan and cook.
Remove pan from heat and add vanilla.
Serve hot or chill serving.

Tip: Go slow and stir, and you'll be fine!

★ Tips & FAQs ★

Storage

Eggnog must be stored in the fridge and keeps well for up to 6 days.

If you want your eggnog to last longer, or if you have extra you want to save for later, then freezing is a great option. Eggnog will last up to 6 month frozen. Just thaw in the fridge, overnight, before serving.

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