If you're on a quest to find the best recipe for an eggnog that's both authentic and delicious, you've come to the right place. Eggnog, a festive beverage enjoyed during the holiday season, has a rich history spanning centuries. In this article, we'll delve into the origins of this creamy concoction and guide you through selecting the finest ingredients to ensure a perfectly balanced and flavorful eggnog experience. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to embark on a culinary journey to discover the original eggnog recipe that will delight your taste buds and transport you to a world of holiday cheer.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
OLD-FASHIONED EGGNOG
Celebrating the holidays with eggnog is an American tradition that dates back to Colonial days. I toast the season with this smooth and creamy concoction that keeps family and friends coming back from more. -Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 16 servings (about 3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan, whisk together the eggs, sugar and salt. Gradually add 1 qt. milk. Cook and stir over low heat until a thermometer reads 160°, about 25 minutes. Pour into a large bowl; stir in vanilla, nutmeg and remaining milk. Place bowl in an ice-water bath; stir frequently until cool. If mixture separates, process in a blender until smooth. Cover and refrigerate at least 3 hours., When ready to serve, beat cream in a bowl on high until soft peaks form; whisk gently into cooled mixture. Pour eggnog into a chilled 5-qt. punch bowl. If desired, top with dollops of whipped cream, sprinkle with additional nutmeg and serve with cinnamon sticks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 186mg cholesterol, Sodium 188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.
EGGNOG
For a drink with holiday spirit, make a batch of Alton Brown's Eggnog from Good Eats on Food Network.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories dessert
Time 15m
Yield 6 to 7 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the egg yolks until they lighten in color. Gradually add the 1/3 cup sugar and continue to beat until it is completely dissolved. Add the milk, cream, bourbon and nutmeg and stir to combine.
- Place the egg whites in the bowl of a stand mixer and beat to soft peaks. With the mixer still running gradually add the 1 tablespoon of sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Whisk the egg whites into the mixture. Chill and serve.
- Cook's Note: For cooked eggnog, follow procedure below.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the egg yolks until they lighten in color. Gradually add the 1/3 cup sugar and continue to beat until it is completely dissolved. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, over high heat, combine the milk, heavy cream and nutmeg and bring just to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and gradually temper the hot mixture into the egg and sugar mixture. Then return everything to the pot and cook until the mixture reaches 160 degrees F. Remove from the heat, stir in the bourbon, pour into a medium mixing bowl, and set in the refrigerator to chill.
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the egg whites to soft peaks. With the mixer running gradually add the 1 tablespoon of sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Whisk the egg whites into the chilled mixture.
THE ORIGINAL EGGNOG
When she published this recipe in her first book, Entertaining, Martha wrote that this eggnog was "so rich it needs no accompaniment." This original recipe is made with plenty of bourbon, cognac, dark rum, heavy cream, and a dozen eggs-good thing it serves a crowd.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a very large bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and pale yellow. Gradually add sugar to yolks. With a wire whisk, beat in milk and 1 quart cream. Add bourbon, rum, and cognac, stirring constantly.
- Just before serving, beat egg whites until stiff. Fold into mixture. Whip remaining heavy cream until stiff and fold in. Sprinkle with nutmeg.
TRADITIONAL EGGNOG
A great traditional eggnog with brandy and dark rum. I found this recipe a few years back and have been making it around the holidays and giving it as gifts every year since. It usually goes pretty quick and a lot of my family and friends who say they don't like eggnog like this stuff!
Provided by phalanx0
Categories Drinks Recipes Eggnog Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat eggs with an electric mixer on medium speed until very frothy, 2 to 3 minutes. Gradually beat in sugar, vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. Stir in cream, milk, brandy, and rum. Chill before serving. Sprinkle individual servings with remaining nutmeg.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Cholesterol 100.4 mg, Fat 12 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 44.7 mg, Sugar 12.6 g
CLASSIC EGGNOG
Once you taste homemade eggnog, you'll never go back to the stuff in the carton. This is our go-to version for the holiday season. It's festive and decadent, laced with nutmeg and vanilla. We lightened it up by folding in whipped cream and made the booze optional so that it's good for young and old alike.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk the eggs, egg yolk and sugar in a bowl until combined. Heat the milk and 1/2 cup heavy cream in a medium saucepan over medium heat until steaming; do not boil. Remove from the heat. Whisk 1 cup of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, then whisk the egg mixture back into the saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of the spoon and a thermometer registers 165 degrees F, about 5 minutes. (Do not boil or the eggs will curdle.)
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl and stir in the vanilla and nutmeg. Let cool at room temperature, about 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours or up to 1 week.
- Whisk the remaining 1/2 cup heavy cream in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. Slowly whisk the whipped cream into the chilled eggnog mixture, then whisk in the rum. Pour into glasses, sprinkle with nutmeg and serve with cinnamon sticks.
1958: EGGNOG
This recipe appeared in The Times in an article by Craig Claiborne. As Freeman pointed out, ''It's important to get good farm-fresh eggs, with really orange yolks and really thick cream; these are the main constituents of the drink.'' Halve the recipe for a smaller gathering.
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories non-alcoholic drinks
Time 1h
Yield Makes about 40 punch-cup servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks with the sugar until thick.
- Slowly add the bourbon and Cognac while beating at slow speed. Chill for several hours.
- Add the salt to the egg whites. Beat until almost stiff.
- Whip the cream until stiff.
- Fold the whipped cream into the yolk mixture, then fold in the beaten egg whites. Chill 1 hour.
- When ready to serve, sprinkle the top with freshly grated nutmeg. Serve in punch cups with a spoon.
- If desired, add 1 to 2 cups of milk to the yolk mixture for a thinner eggnog.
CLASSIC EGGNOG
Aaron Goldfarb, a liquor writer who was raised Jewish, was not introduced to the joys of eggnog until he married a woman who loved Christmas. Making a batch of homemade eggnog became his self-designated duty at their annual Christmas party in Park Slope, Brooklyn. For the spirits, Mr. Goldfarb prefers Maker's Mark or another bourbon with a heavy wheat content, which lends sweetness. He also cautions against using spiced rum, as he feels the spirits involved already possess enough intrinsic baking-spice qualities. Mr. Goldfarb loves a slightly aged nog; see Tip for his advice.
Provided by Robert Simonson
Categories cocktails
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Separate the egg yolks from the whites. In a stand mixer, beat the whites on high speed until transformed into a meringue-like consistency with soft peaks.
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the milk, cream, sugar, bourbon, rum and Cognac or brandy until a smooth texture is achieved. Gently fold in the beaten egg whites until combined.
- Transfer eggnog into a large serving bowl. Chill overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
- To serve, ladle a few ounces into a mug or glass and grate fresh nutmeg over the surface. For ideal flavor, mix will keep in the refrigerator up to two weeks, but can last longer.
GENERAL HARRISON'S EGGNOG
Not for the younger set. This was very popular in the 1800s and early 1900s around the Missisppi Area. It is printed in the Savoy Book. It was a favorite beverage of William Henry Harrison. No promises on any other type of cider. If you don't know what hard cider is, you don't need to be making this.
Provided by drhousespcatcher
Categories Beverages
Time 3m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- The original instructions were very hard:.
- Fill tumbler.
- shake well.
- So if you have this burning desire to try this for some strange reason:.
- Use a shaker.
- Add the ingredients.
- Then shake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.9, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 211.5, Sodium 70.8, Carbohydrate 6.7, Sugar 6.7, Protein 6.3
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Chill all of the ingredients before making the eggnog for a creamier texture.
- Beat the egg yolks and sugar together until they are thick and pale yellow.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and cream to avoid curdling the eggs.
- Add the spices and rum to taste.
- Chill the eggnog for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Serve the eggnog garnished with grated nutmeg or cinnamon.
Conclusion:
Eggnog is a classic holiday drink that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a versatile drink that can be served hot or cold, and it can be made with or without alcohol. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be an eggnog recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you are looking for a traditional eggnog recipe or something a little more unique, you are sure to find the perfect recipe in this collection. So gather your ingredients and get ready to make some delicious eggnog!
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