I was really never a fan of eggnog... until a friend gave me this proven recipe. It's simply the best! It's rich and creamy, just like melted vanilla ice cream. This makes almost a gallon and packs a punch... so drink responsibly.
Ingredients
- eggs, separated: 12 piece
- white sugar: 3 cups (divided)
- fluid ounces dark rum (such as Captain Morgan® Spiced Rum): 16 piece
- ground nutmeg: 1 tsp
- heavy whipping cream: 2 cups
- quart half-and-half: 1 piece
Metric Conversion
Stages of cooking
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Mix egg yolks, 2 cups sugar, rum, and nutmeg together in a large bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight to "cure."
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Beat egg whites and remaining 1 cup sugar in a bowl using an electric mixer until firm peaks form. Fold in heavy cream. Fold in the egg yolk mixture. Beat in half-and-half until well combined. Pour into lidded jars or containers, refrigerate, and shake before serving.
