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Hey there, festive friends!
Looking for a fun way to celebrate the season? I’ve got just the thing for you!
Today, I’m sharing my delightful Christmas eggnog mocktail.
It’s creamy, spiced, and perfect for everyone—no alcohol needed!
Get ready to impress your guests with this festive drink.
Let’s jingle and mingle with some delicious sips!
Preparation Time | 10-15 minutes |
Cooking Time | 15-20 minutes |
Total Time | 25-35 minutes |
Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
- 6 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 30 ml non-alcoholic american malt (optional)
- Whipped cream and ground cinnamon for garnish (optional)
Step 1: Prepare the Egg Mixture
Start by whisking the eggs and sugar together in a bowl until the mixture lightens in color and becomes creamy.
This can be done with an electric beater for ease or a handheld whisk if preferred.
Step 2: Heat the Milk and Spices
In a saucepan over low-medium heat, combine the cream, milk, ground nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, and cloves.
Stir continuously until the mixture starts to steam slightly, but make sure not to let it boil.
Step 3: Temper the Egg Mixture
Take a large spoonful of the warm milk mixture and add it to your egg mixture, whisking quickly to combine.
Add another large spoonful and whisk again.
Continue this process until approximately half of the milk mixture has been incorporated into the egg mixture.
Step 4: Combine and Thicken the Mixture
Remove the cinnamon sticks from the remaining milk mixture in the saucepan.
Then pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan.
Continue to whisk constantly until the mixture reaches about 160°F on a cooking thermometer or thickens slightly.
This should take only a few minutes.
Do not worry if it doesn’t seem thick enough, as it will thicken more as it cools.
Step 5: Add Vanilla and Cool the Eggnog
Remove the saucepan from the stove and stir in the vanilla.
Transfer the eggnog to a jug, cover it, and allow it to cool in the refrigerator.
For extra cinnamon flavor, you can add the cinnamon sticks back into the jug to steep further.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Once the eggnog is chilled, pour it into your favorite glasses or mugs.
Optionally, stir in 30ml (1oz) of Lyre’s American Malt into each serving before enjoying.
Top with whipped cream and powdered cinnamon for a delightful finish.