Introduction
Eggnog recipe is a rich, creamy holiday beverage made from eggs, milk or cream, sugar, and spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, often spiked with alcohol. It originated in medieval Britain as a posset, a hot milk punch with eggs and wine enjoyed by the wealthy, later evolving in America.
Flavour Profile
Eggnog tastes like a thick, velvety custard with sweet vanilla notes, warm nutmeg, and subtle spice, evoking melted ice cream. Chilled eggnog feels refreshing and festive, while hot versions offer cozy warmth like mulled wine—many prefer chilled for its classic punch-like quality, but hot suits cold winter nights.
Already dreaming of that creamy holiday sip and thinking, “Uh-oh, what about my Vegan gang?” Don’t worry—no one’s missing out here. In this blog, even our vegan buddies get a seat at the eggnog table. Yes, you read that right: there’s a luscious Vegan Eggnog Recipe coming your way too. Ready to dip into both versions? Let’s dive into the recipes!
Traditional Eggnog Recipe
Ingredients (serves 8):
- Eggs: 6 egg yolks
- Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Cream: 1 cup heavy cream
- Milk: 2 cups milk
- Nutmeg: 1/2 tsp
- Cinnamon: 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Bourbon or Rum: 3/4 cup
- 4 egg whites (optional for froth)
Preparation
Beat yolks and sugar until its pale. Now whisk in cream, milk, and spices. Once done simmer it gently without boiling. Allow it to cool down and then add liquor. Chill it for 2 hours. Your Eggnog is ready to serve. You can also serve it warm during chilly winter nights.
Vegan Eggnog Recipe
Ingredients (serves 8):
- coconut milk: 2 cans
- Almond milk 2 cups
- Sugar: 1/2 cup
- Corn starch: 1/4 cup
- Vanilla: 1 tsp
- Nutmeg:1/2 tsp
- Cinnamon 1/4 tsp
- Optional Rum
Preparation
Blend corn starch with 1/2 cup almond milk and simmer. Now add the remaining milks, sugar and spices. You need to stir in slurry until its thickened. Once the thick consistency you see, set it aside to cool down. Now blend it into smooth and spike if desired. Chill overnight. You can serve it hot too, as per your liking.
Pairings and Servings
Serve eggnog chilled in a punch bowl with a ladle, or individually in footed mugs or heatproof glasses like Irish coffee cups for hot versions—avoid thin crockery to hold the creaminess. Garnish with grated nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, star anise, or whipped cream rosettes.
Alcohols that pair well include rum (classic), bourbon (caramel depth), brandy, cognac, or amaretto. Pair with gingerbread cookies, fruitcake, peppermint bark, or cheese platters for balance.
Kid-Friendly
Omit alcohol entirely for kids, doubling spices for flavour. Garnish with Chocolate slice for those smiley faces.
Scaling Instructions
The Eggnog recipes shared above typically serve 8 people with the provided measurements, offering about 1 cup per serving.
To adjust for fewer or more guests, multiply all ingredients by the desired number of servings divided by 8—for example, halve everything from the ingredients for making 4 people serving (e.g., 3 egg yolks, 1/4 cup sugar). Similarly double (12 egg yolks, 1 cup sugar) for 16 people . This keeps proportions balanced for creaminess and flavour. Always taste-test after scaling and chill fully before serving.
Consider this your official sign to whip up a batch of eggnog with zero stress and maximum cheer. No glass will be left empty—kids, vegans, and cocktail lovers are all invited to this creamy party.
Once you’ve served it up, come back and spill the tea (or nog!) to us on how your guests reacted. And if you’re in the mood to keep the holiday magic flowing, don’t stop here—dive into home-made no bake christmas desserts which you and your family/friends will enjoy. Christmas is time for celebrations so enjoy these home-made recipes which your guests will rave about.