Daddy’s Famous Homemade Egg Nog
Indulge in the creamy delight of Daddy's Legendary Homemade Egg Nog, a festive tradition that warms hearts and taste buds alike! Crafted with rich egg yolks, velvety cream, and a hint of nutmeg, this dreamy concoction will elevate your holiday gatherings. Sip on this classic treat and make every celebration unforgettable!
Prep
15
min
Cook
0
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- banana brandy (made by combining brandy and banana liqueur)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 4 egg whites
- 2 cups of heavy cream (480 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 1/2 cup of sugar (100 g)
- vanilla extract
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- fresh nutmeg
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Beat 4 egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- 2
Add 1/2 cup of sugar and beat egg yolks until thickened.
- 3
Make homemade whipped cream by mixing 2 cups of heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- 4
Fold in the egg yolk mixture and egg whites, then add vanilla extract.
- 5
Serve in a punch bowl or trifle bowl, and grate fresh nutmeg on top.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Beat egg whites to exactly stiff peaks (8-10 minutes at medium-high speed) because over-beating breaks protein bonds and causes the foam to collapse and weep.technique8-10 minutes
- ✓Temper your egg yolk mixture by slowly whisking in 1/4 cup of the whipped cream first to prevent the yolks from scrambling when folded into the cold dairy.technique1/4 cup tempering
- ✓Whip heavy cream to soft peaks only (35% fat content holds better) because over-whipped cream will turn grainy and separate when folded with other ingredients.timing35% fat content
- ✓Fold ingredients using a rubber spatula in a J-motion from bottom to top, rotating bowl 90° between folds to maintain 70-80% of the air volume.technique70-80% air retention
- ✓Chill your serving bowl for 30 minutes before assembly because eggnog's foam structure is temperature-sensitive and will deflate faster in a warm vessel.equipment30 minutes
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Prep
15
min
Cook
0
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
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Daddy’s Famous Homemade Egg Nog
Indulge in the creamy delight of Daddy's Legendary Homemade Egg Nog, a festive tradition that warms hearts and taste buds alike! Crafted with rich egg yolks, velvety cream, and a hint of nutmeg, this dreamy concoction will elevate your holiday gatherings. Sip on this classic treat and make every celebration unforgettable!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- banana brandy (made by combining brandy and banana liqueur)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 4 egg whites
- 2 cups of heavy cream (480 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(2)
- 1/2 cup of sugar (100 g)
- vanilla extract
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- fresh nutmeg
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Beat 4 egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- 2
Add 1/2 cup of sugar and beat egg yolks until thickened.
- 3
Make homemade whipped cream by mixing 2 cups of heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- 4
Fold in the egg yolk mixture and egg whites, then add vanilla extract.
- 5
Serve in a punch bowl or trifle bowl, and grate fresh nutmeg on top.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Beat egg whites to exactly stiff peaks (8-10 minutes at medium-high speed) because over-beating breaks protein bonds and causes the foam to collapse and weep.technique8-10 minutes
- ✓Temper your egg yolk mixture by slowly whisking in 1/4 cup of the whipped cream first to prevent the yolks from scrambling when folded into the cold dairy.technique1/4 cup tempering
- ✓Whip heavy cream to soft peaks only (35% fat content holds better) because over-whipped cream will turn grainy and separate when folded with other ingredients.timing35% fat content
- ✓Fold ingredients using a rubber spatula in a J-motion from bottom to top, rotating bowl 90° between folds to maintain 70-80% of the air volume.technique70-80% air retention
- ✓Chill your serving bowl for 30 minutes before assembly because eggnog's foam structure is temperature-sensitive and will deflate faster in a warm vessel.equipment30 minutes