Grandma's Eggnog
Best served with a side of joy and cheer, this rich and creamy dessert-like drink is delicious and easy to make. We suggest preparing it a few hours ahead of serving so all the flavors have time to shine through.
20 min
Prep Time0 min
Cook TimeBeginner
Difficulty44
LikesInstructions
- Step 1: In two medium size bowls, separate the egg yolks and whites.
- Step 2: Beat the egg yolks until thick and frothy, about 3 minutes.
- Step 3: Add the sugar and continue to beat for 1 minute.
- Step 4: Add the milk, Maker's Mark, and Crown Royal.
- Step 5: In a medium size bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff, carefully folding into the egg/alcohol mixture.
- Step 6: In a medium bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold into the egg/alcohol mixture.
- Step 7: Add the Bailey's and stir to combine.
- Step 8: Refrigerate overnight or at least 6 hours to fully develop the flavor, then garnish each glass with some grated nutmeg.
Serving Size
Ingredients
- 12 each Eggs
- 2 cup(s) Sugar
- 4 cup(s) Milk
- 2 cup(s) Maker's Mark
- 2 cup(s) Crown Royal
- 4 cup(s) Heavy Cream
- 2 cup(s) Bailey's Irish Cream
- 1/2 teaspoon(s) Nutmeg
Tools Needed
- 2 Medium Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
Chef Pairings
Break out the cheer with some gingerbread cookies, mint brownies, or pumpkin spice muffins along with this creamy eggnog!