Eggnog is an Anglo-Saxon Christmas punch documented since the 13th century with egg, milk and spices at winter banquets. It arrived in colonial America where it became a December tradition in homes and parties. Today this homemade non-alcoholic version is a seasonal favorite on social networks.
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Homemade Christmas Eggnog
Homemade creamy Christmas eggnog with yolk, nutmeg and cinnamon.
- USA
- Starter
- Vegetarian
- Light
- medium
20 min
Tiempo de Preparación
6
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 245 kcal
- Protein 6 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Carbohydrates 22 g
- Fat 15 g
- Sodium 95 mg
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Preparation
Homemade Christmas eggnog is a preparation from the United States with medium difficulty. Reserve about 30 minutes in total (20 for mise en place and preparation, 10 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 500 ml of whole milk.
- Have ready: 250 ml of whipping cream.
- Have ready: 4 egg yolks.
- Have ready: 80 g of sugar.
- Have ready: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Heat milk with cream
Heat milk with cream, cinnamon, cloves and orange zest without boiling.
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Beat yolks with sugar until white; temper with hot milk…
Beat yolks with sugar until white; Temper with hot milk little by little.
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Return mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat until thickened without boiling.
Return mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat until thickened without boiling, 8-10 minutes. Reduce heat to medium so that the liquid concentrates flavor without burning the bottom.
Reduce heat to medium so that the liquid concentrates flavor without burning the bottom.
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Remove from heat; add vanilla
Remove from heat; add vanilla, nutmeg and salt. Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result.
Taste before serving: the balance between salt, acidity and fat defines the final result
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Strain if silky texture is desired; chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours
Strain if silky texture is desired; Chill in refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
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Serve in glasses with whipped cream and sprinkled cinnamon.
Serve in glasses with whipped cream and sprinkled cinnamon.
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Store refrigerated for up to 3 days; stir before serving
Store refrigerated for up to 3 days; stir before serving.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Version with coconut milk and without egg.
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