Homemade Eggnog

Whip up your own homemade eggnog this year with this quick 10-minute recipe. You won’t believe how much better it is than store-bought!

Introducing….the homemade eggnog of your dreams.

I know, it’s so much easier just to grab that gallon of eggnog in the store this time of year, buuuuut…what if I told you that homemade seriously only takes a handful of ingredients and a few minutes to make?

And honestly, it really gives the store-bought nog a run for its money.

We’ve got that classic thick and creamy texture, lots of fresh nutmeg flavor, and just all the things you love about this classic holiday drink. Trust me, you won’t be able to keep enough of this goodness stocked.

This Eggnog features…

• Just a touch of fresh nutmeg and vanilla
• A perfectly rich and creamy texture
• Only 10 minutes of prep time and 6 ingredients needed

Making the Eggnog

(scroll to the bottom of the post for the full recipe)

Ingredients You Will Need

• Egg yolks
• 2% or skim milk
• Heavy whipping cream
• Brown sugar
• Ground nutmeg
• Vanilla extract

Tips for Perfect Eggnog

1. Heat milk, heavy cream, and sugar – allow these ingredients to heat until just steaming.
2. Temper egg yolks – to temper the egg yolks means to slowly introduce a hot liquid. Slowly drizzle 1/2 cup hot milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent the egg yolk from scrambling.
3. Do not boil eggnog – allow the eggnog to cook until just steaming – do not let the eggnog boil otherwise it may break.
4. Chill eggnog before serving – the eggnog will thicken more as it cools.

Storing Eggnog

This eggnog stores well in refrigerator up to 1 week. Since it is dairy-based, we recommend not storing any longer than a week so the dairy doesn’t spoil.

To freeze eggnog, pour into a freezer-safe container, leaving 1-inch of open air at the top to make room for expansion and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw eggnog completely in refrigerator before serving.

Serving Suggestions

We recommend serving eggnog fully chilled for best results. You can serve eggnog as-is or feel free to mix in spiced rum, whiskey, bourbon, or brandy for a spiked version.

This eggnog is going to be a hit with literally everyone you serve it to! The rich and creamy texture is picture-perfect and the touch of nutmeg brings all the flavors together.

Good luck keeping enough of this eggnog stocked in your fridge this holiday season!

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Watch this eggnog made step-by-step on Google web stories.

Try these other eggnog recipe favorites!

• Homemade Eggnog Coffee Creamer
• Mini Glazed Raspberry Eggnog Scones
• Cranberry Orange Bundt Cake with Eggnog Glaze

This post was updated with new recipe adjustments and photos on 12/20/23.