Whip up your own homemade eggnog this year with this quick, 10-minute recipe. You won’t believe how much better it is than storebought!
Introducing….the homemade eggnog of your dreams.
I mean, obviously. You had to have seen this coming after listening to all my ranting and raving yesterday about the great importance of always having a glass of eggnog close by a piece of homemade gingerbread.
I don’t break my own rules. Where there’s gingerbread, there’s gotta be eggnog.
And where there’s eggnog, we might as well indulge in the good stuff.
Not the nasty store-bought stuff. I’m talking about the homemade GOOD stuff.
I feel as though these photos don’t really do this eggnog justice. Um yeah, cloudy skies for 2 weeks straight and counting isn’t really working for me and my photos anymore, Mother Nature! I’d like a little sun, please and thank you.
But PUH-LEEZE believe me when I tell you that this eggnog is the best thing in like ever. It’s neck-and-neck with this stuff, in fact.—You’re in for the treat of a lifetime.
Still with me? You clearly know what the good stuff is. Welcome aboard the Homemade Eggnog Train. ↓
Pull out your booze, because if you’re looking to take a trip down the YUM lane, you can also spike this eggnog. I mean, it’s practically Friday….practically….
And, well….eggnog season is just too short. We ain’t got time for the booze-less eggnog.
BUT for yours and possible little chefs convenience, the actual eggnog recipe I’m sharing with you today is completely alcohol-free. No reason the kids should have to skip out on the drinks!
However, for the adults? You have TWO thumbety-thumbs up from me for spiking your own personal glass.
P.S. Don’t worry, I’m a very responsible almost-18-year-old who usually joins the kiddies with their un-spiked ‘nog. 😉
My family added caramel-flavored vodka to their personal glasses of ‘nog, but I have a feeling bourbon or rum would be a GROOVY choice of selection too.
Tell you what: Taste ’em all and you decide which is your favorite. 🙂
All in the name of recipe-testing, so ZE-RO guilt. And I should know, guys. I’m the queen of oh, I think I need to take just one more taste of that brownie—I forgot my glass of milk OR….. I definitely need to make those muffins again, just to make sure they’re edible for human consumption.
The brain of a food-blogger is a more-or-less disturbing place.
We seem to have strayed from the eggnog business that I started out so DILIGENTLY talking about, so unless you want to hear more about my crazy life as a food blogger, shall we continue?
I knew you’d pick door number 2. Any door with eggnog behind it is a good door to go through.
‘Kay, so getting back to the eggnog-y yum. PUH-LEEZE tell me you noticed the whole “ten-minute” thing in my title. YES! It’s true! If I could have put that part of the title in extra-bold letters I absolutely would have.
You’re gonna need six, (count ’em) SIX basic-y-basic ingredients to make homemade eggnog, and I’m positive you have every one of them within an arm’s reach!
Grab that milk, half-and-half (yes, fo’ real) egg yolks (we’re gettin’ serious now) and coconut sugar. Whisk ‘er all up in your most heavy-duty, large-ish saucepan. We’re making LOTS of eggnog today, guys. —This stuff goes and it goes fast.
Bring it all to just a low-simmer over medium-high heat—the eggnog will thicken slightly during this time, but be careful not to let it come to a boil. Once it’s perfectly-perfect slightly-thick and creamy, flex your muscles and take that pot off the heat and then whisk in some vanilla and nutmeg-y goodness.
LOTS of nutmeg—it’s not a real eggnog without it.
From there, just let that chill for awhile in the fridge, while you go stuff yo’ face with the cookies or something. You know, SOMETHING productive like that.
A few hours later….grab that XL glass and your choice of booze–it’s noggin’ time! After all, it’s not yet January 1st. Go crazy with the ‘nog, my friends.
Sounds like a winner-winner, eggnog-for-dinner kinda deal to me. 😀
10-Minute Homemade Eggnog
Ingredients
- 4 cups milk
- 2 cups half-and-half cream
- 2/3 cup coconut sugar
- 8 large egg yolks lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, whisk milk, cream, sugar and egg yolks until smooth. Stir over medium-high heat until mixture is just simmering and slightly thickened (do not boil) Remove from heat and whisk in nutmeg and vanilla. Chill eggnog before serving.
Notes
A few other cozy drinks! 🙂
Stovetop Hot Chocolate — Live Well Bake Often
Gingersnap Cookie Steamer — Food Faith Fitness
Peppermint White Hot Chocolate — Pumpkin ‘n’ Spice
Jen @ Baked by an Introvert says
I love the idea of putting caramel-flavored vodka in the eggnog! It sounds wonderful. The whole 10 minute thing sounds wonderful as well!
Sarah says
Thanks Jen! It really takes this eggnog over the top! 🙂
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
This eggnog looks so creamy and delicious, Sarah! I’ve never even thought to make my own, so I’m loving this version. And making it in 10 minutes sounds even better! Hope you have a very Merry Christmas, friend!
Sarah says
You definitely need to give homemade eggnog a go, Gayle! I think it will surprise you how much tastier it is than storebought! 😉
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
Sarah, love that you made homemade eggnog!!! I have not attempted this yet. . but hey, only 10 minutes?!! love this. . and HELLO .. the photos are gorgeous!!! we are our worst critics. . seriously, these look fab!!! Happy Christmas!
Sarah says
You are seriously the suh-WEETEST, Alice! You totally make my day with your comments, girl! Happy holidays! 🙂
Mary Frances says
We’ve had rainy days and cloudy lighting too! Boo to winter 🙂 But I’ll take it if it means I get this amazing thing called 10 minute eggnog. I cannot get over how fast and easy this is! I personally think your photos rock and that this recipe needs to be in every house this Christmas. Love love love it! Pinning!
Sarah says
Gahhhh…it’s nice to know I’m not the only one struggling! LOL. Give us some sun!!
Thanks so much for pinning and for the sweet words, girly! 🙂
Judy Springer says
This recipe sounds yummy. I do not drink alcohol, but in our family we have coke and eggnog and it is delicious, like an eggnog float! You just mix about half coke and half eggnog, stir it up and enjoy. We have also used others flavors of soda with delicious results as well.
Sarah says
I just love the sound of that, Judy! Thanks for the tip—-I’ll have to try that next time! 🙂
marcie says
10 minutes? Oh, I need to do this — it will taste so much better than store bought! My kids are eggnog fanatics, so this needs to happen!
Sarah says
The kiddos around here absolutely adore this eggnog—it’s a definite kid-pleaser! 🙂
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
I love how quick this eggnog is to make! I have never made eggnog… I think it’s time for that to change, right?! Happy holidays! Have a great one and eat lots of cookies! 🙂
Sarah says
It’s so much fun making your own eggnog! You’ve gotta try it. 🙂 Thanks so much girly!
Hannah Barta says
This looks SO good. I might just have to make this today 😉 Thank you so much for sharing!
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Sarah says
Thank you Hannah! Definitely let me know if you make this eggnog! 🙂
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen says
This eggnog looks out of this world Sarah!! I’m glad you are a responsible teen who is still drinking the “un-spiked” version! 😉 Have a wonderful Christmas!! 🙂
Sarah says
Thank you Renee! Happy holidays. 🙂
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
Sarah, this eggnog looks absolutely incredible! And only 10 minutes?? Love it!! Merry Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Sarah says
Thanks so much Kelly! You are too sweet. Happy holidays! 😉
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
Yum! I love the use of coconut sugar… I’ve always kind of wondered what eggnog was made of 🙂 Looks delicious and sooo much better than store bought. Merry Christmas!
Sarah says
Thank you Medha! Once you try homemade eggnog you may not be able to go back to storebought again! 😉
Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! says
I don’t know why, but making my own eggnog freaks me out. I love the Southern Comfort Vanilla Spice flavor… but this looks absolutely perfect!
Sarah says
Oh, it’s so easy you definitely need to give it a try, girl! 🙂
Alice LoMascolo says
What is coconut sugar? I’ve never heard of it. Can I make it at home or is it store bought?
Sarah says
Hi Alice! Coconut sugar is similar to brown sugar in texture only coconut sugar is less refined. You can find it in the health food aisle in most grocery stores or you could just sub brown sugar. 🙂
Misty says
Allergic to coconut is there another type of sugar I can use
Sarah says
You could use regular sugar or cane sugar, Misty!
Cathy says
Can you use a different type of sugar? Does the coconut sugar taste like coconut?
Sarah says
Yes, you can use regular sugar Cathy! The coconut sugar does not actually taste like coconut.
Alicia says
Omg yum. JUST made this. Cooling now. Tastes sooo good. So nice and easy and quick.
Sarah says
Glad to hear it, Alica! Enjoy!!
Dorothy says
Was wondering if you could use regular sugar instead of coconut sugar. If yes, would I change the amount? Thank you.
Sarah says
Regular sugar would work just fine! You wouldn’t need to change the amount. 🙂