Overnight Eggnog

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For best flavor, make the night before and let the eggnog set overnight to let it cool down and thicken.

Submitted by Anna Stadlman
Updated on November 28, 2021
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
8 hrs 25 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 4 cups whole milk

  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves

  • 12 large egg yolks

  • 1 cup cane sugar

  • 1 pint whipping cream

  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground nutmeg

Directions

  1. Combine milk, cinnamon, vanilla, and cloves in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring every so often, until spices become one with the milk, 3 to 5 minutes. Be sure to stir from the bottom of the pot so the milk doesn't burn.

  2. Meanwhile, whisk egg yolks and cane sugar together in a large mixing bowl until pale yellow, thick, and smooth.

  3. Remove milk mixture from the stove. Pour some of the hot milk into the egg yolk mixture, whisking quickly to avoid scrambling the eggs. Continue, pouring a little bit at a time and whisking, until all has been added.

  4. Pour the mixture back into the pot and place over medium heat. Stir constantly with a spatula until eggnog thickens and becomes light beige in color, about 5 minutes; it should leave a slight film on the spatula. Remove from the heat.

  5. Pour whipping cream and nutmeg into a pitcher. Pour eggnog mixture into the whipping cream and mix with the spatula to combine. Place in the refrigerator, 8 hours to overnight for best enjoyment. Stir before serving.

Cook's Note:

Combine 1/2 eggnog and 1/2 alcohol if desired. Preferred types are brandy, spiced rum, and bourbon.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

400 Calories
33g Fat
18g Carbs
9g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 400
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33g 42%
Saturated Fat 19g 93%
Cholesterol 401mg 134%
Sodium 84mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 18g 6%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 9g 18%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 223mg 17%
Iron 1mg 8%
Potassium 256mg 5%

* 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.