Eggnog from Scratch

It is relatively easy to toss a few quarts of eggnog and a bottle of rum into a punch bowl, but take the time to make some eggnog from scratch and you will be amazed how great real eggnog can be.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 734 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 quart whole milk
• 12 jumbo egg yolks
• 1 pound granulated sugar
• 1 quart heavy cream, lightly whipped
• 1 liter spiced rum

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Beat yolks in a large mixing bowl. Gradually add sugar. Beat until mixture thickens. Stir in milk and rum. Pour into a large punch bowl and chill for 3-4 hours.

Step 2

Fold in whip cream before serving. Garnish with freshly ground nutmeg.