Eggnog recipe (non-alcoholic) made with egg yolks, milk, sugar, and spices. This homemade eggnog version is best served chilled with a dollop of whipped cream and tastes even better than the store-bought variety!
1tspground cinnamonplus a little for garnish if desired
1tspground nutmeg
1tspvanilla extract
6large egg yolks
1/2cupgranulated sugar
1cupheavy cream
Serving - Optional
Whipping cream
Cinnamon stick
Star Anise
Instructions
In a small bowl, separate egg yolks from the whites and set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine milk, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla.
Slowly bring the mixture to a low boil over low heat.
Combine the egg yolks and sugar in a medium bowl and whisk until light and pale in color, about 2-3 minutes.
Begin by adding a very small amount of the heated milk mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly to temper the eggs. Do not add the hot milk too quickly or it will cook the eggs!
Continue adding small amounts of the milk to the eggs, whisking constantly until all the milk is incorporated and well combined.
Return to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until slightly thick and mixture coats the back of a spoon. (Do not boil!)
Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream.
Chill for several hours before serving.
To serve, add whipped cream, ground cinnamon, a cinnamon stick, or star anise if desired.