Recipes & Cooking Drinks Eggnog 4.3 (23) 3 Reviews Make this holiday delicacy yourself with our simple eggnog recipe. By BHG Test Kitchen BHG Test Kitchen The Better Homes & Gardens Test Kitchen has been in continuous operation for nearly 100 years, developing and testing practical, reliable recipes that readers can enjoy at home. The Test Kitchen team includes culinary specialists, food stylists, registered and licensed nutritionists, and other experts with Bachelor of Science degrees in food science, food and nutrition, or culinary arts. Together, the team tests more than 2,500 recipes, produces more than 2,500 food images, and creates more than 1,000 food videos each year in the state-of-the-art test kitchen. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on August 19, 2023 Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Jason Donnelly. Food Styling: Holly Dreesman Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Chill Time: 4 hrs Total Time: 4 hrs 25 mins Servings: 10 Jump to Nutrition Facts Eggnog made with egg yolks and whipping cream is a must-have holiday indulgence for many. For a nonalcoholic version, omit the rum and bourbon and increase the milk to 2-1/4 to 2-1/2 cups. Ingredients 6 beaten egg yolks 2 cup milk â…“ cup sugar 1 - 3 tablespoon light rum 1 - 3 tablespoon bourbon 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup whipping cream 2 tablespoon sugar Ground nutmeg Directions Photographer: Jason Donnelly. Food Styling: Holly Dreesman In a large heavy saucepan mix the egg yolks, milk, and the 1/3 cup sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture just coats a metal spoon. Photographer: Jason Donnelly. Food Styling: Holly Dreesman Remove from heat. Place the pan in a sink or bowl of ice water and stir for 2 minutes. Photographer: Jason Donnelly. Food Styling: Holly Dreesman Stir in rum, bourbon, and vanilla. Cover and chill for at least 4 or up to 24 hours. Photographer: Jason Donnelly. Food Styling: Holly Dreesman Just before serving, in a mixing bowl beat the cream and the 2 tablespoons sugar until soft peaks form. Photographer: Jason Donnelly. Food Styling: Holly Dreesman Transfer chilled egg mixture to a punch bowl. Fold in the whipped cream mixture. Serve at once. Sprinkle each serving with nutmeg. Makes about 10 (4-ounce) servings. Tips Up to 1 day ahead, prepare the cooked custard mixture. Cover and chill. Just before serving, complete as directed. Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 201 Calories 13g Fat 13g Carbs 6g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 10 Calories 201 % Daily Value * Total Fat 13g 17% Saturated Fat 7g 35% Cholesterol 164mg 55% Sodium 71mg 3% Total Carbohydrate 13g 5% Protein 6g 12% Vitamin C 0.6mg 1% Calcium 70.7mg 5% Iron 0.5mg 3% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.