Chef John's Homemade Eggnog Recipe

Recipesfull introduces to you: Cocktail Recipes. (Chef John's Homemade Eggnog Recipe). Imagine a luxuriously textured bourbon-spiked custard being sipped through a thin layer of nutmeg-scented meringue. Based on Alton Brown's famous version, this eggnog is vastly superior to the store-bought product.

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Additional: 1hr30 mins

Total: 1hr45 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Chef John's Homemade Eggnog Recipe

Ingredients

4 egg yolks

⅓ cup white sugar

2 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy cream

¾ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

2 fluid ounces bourbon whiskey

or more to taste

4 egg whites

1 tablespoon white sugar

1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg

Strawberry Daiquiri by Request

Drinks

Directions

Step 1

Place egg yolks in a saucepan. Whisk in sugar until well blended and creamy. Add milk and cream; whisk until blended. Place pan over medium heat; whisk frequently until mixture reaches a temperature of between 170 to 180 degrees F (75 to 80 degrees C) using an instant-read thermometer. Remove from heat. Stir in nutmeg and whiskey.

Step 2

Chill pan in cold water until cool. Transfer mixture to a container (a large pitcher is ideal). Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled 2 to 3 hours.

Step 3

Place egg whites in a bowl and whisk until soft peaks form. Add sugar and continue whisking until egg whites hold a firmer peak. Whisk egg whites into custard base until thoroughly blended. Refrigerate until chilled about 30 minutes.

Step 4

Whisk eggnog again just before serving and between each pour to ensure even distribution of the egg whites which tend to float to the top. Serve with a dusting of nutmeg.

Nutritional Information

Chef John's Homemade Eggnog Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 462.7

% Daily Value *

Protein: 11.5g 23%

Carbohydrates: 28.2g 9%

Dietary Fiber: 0.2g 1%

Sugars: 25.9g

Fat: 30.7g 47%

Saturated Fat: 17.8g 89%

Cholesterol: 298.6mg 100%

Vitamin A Iu: 1239.3IU 25%

Niacin Equivalents: 3.1mg 24%

Vitamin B6: 0.1mg 8%

Vitamin C: 0.4mg 1%

Folate: 34.7mcg 9%

Calcium: 202mg 20%

Iron: 0.6mg 3%

Magnesium: 22.4mg 8%

Potassium: 295.1mg 8%

Sodium: 135.1mg 5%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 9%

Calories From Fat: 276.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.