Eggnog | Christmas special Egg Punch

Easy to make Eggnog recipe! My creamy, rich Eggnog is a holiday favorite – a delightful egg-based drink that can be made with or without alcohol, perfect for the winter season. You might also know it as egg punch.

Debjani's Eggnog Note

I've been working on perfecting this recipe for over a year! Although I make eggnog every year, we always seem to finish it before I can get some good photos. But last week, on the way home from the office, we picked up a bottle of Bourbon (we were out!), and I knew it was time to finally share my recipe. While I personally prefer gin or vodka in cocktails, my husband, Mehebub, loves whiskey. And when it comes to homemade eggnog, I find that Bourbon, an American whiskey, works best.

Eggnog is a family favorite in our home. I should mention that eggnog can be prepared both with and without alcohol. Pasta, my daughter's portion, is always alcohol-free. She even likes her eggnog warm, not chilled! It seems my six-year-old is already developing a taste for spiced drinks. Mehebub, on the other hand, thoroughly enjoys his as well.

Eggnog, especially the boozy kind with Whisky, Bourbon, or Brandy, is a favorite of his. I, however, lean towards vodka and don't particularly care for Whiskey or Bourbon, but I still adore Eggnog.

History of Eggnog

Eggnog is a chilled, creamy milk and egg drink that's well-loved in places like Australia, the United States, and Canada. There, you can find it both in stores and made at home. But in India, especially Kolkata, ready-made Eggnog options are limited. The name "Eggnog" suggests a frothy, egg-infused milk punch. It's believed to have evolved from the medieval "posset," a hot milk beverage used as a cold remedy. Eggs were eventually added. Because of its rich ingredients, Eggnog was once considered a drink for the wealthy. The term "nog" might refer to a strong ale, fitting for this creamy and indulgent drink.

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Different versions of Egg-nog

While Eggnog is commonly enjoyed chilled, it can also be served warm. In Venezuela and Trinidad, you'll find Ponche Crema, a creamy liqueur similar to Eggnog.

Alcoholic or Non-Alcoholic Egg Punch

Eggnog, or milk punch, can be made with or without alcohol. I create both versions at home, an alcoholic one for the adults and a non-alcoholic one for Pasta. When it comes to alcohol, anything goes – bourbon, whiskey, brandy, cognac, sherry, rum, or grain alcohol. I usually make it with either bourbon whiskey or brandy, depending on what I have on hand. To be honest, we don't always have bourbon, so I often use brandy.

Eggnog Recipe - things to remember!

Before we get to the recipe, it's important to note that this recipe uses raw eggs, so be sure to buy high-quality eggs. I typically use free-range eggs. While some people skip cooking the eggs, I prefer to cook them to minimize any potential risks associated with raw eggs. This is a widely accepted practice.

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Here's how I make Eggnog at Debjanir Rannaghar!

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Eggnog

Eggnog is an egg-based drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) prepared during the winter. This is also known as egg punch

Course alcoholic, Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword christmas recipe, Debjanir Rannaghar, egg punch recipe, eggnog recipe

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 6 People

Calories 310kcal

Author Debjani Chatterjee Alam

Cost Rs 250

Ingredients

• 6 Egg free-range
• 2 Cup Milk
• 1 Cup Cream
• 1 cup Brown Sugar
• ⅓ Cup Castor Sugar
• 120 ml Bourbon check note for substitute
• 1 Tsp. Nutmeg Powder
• ½ Tsp. Clove powder
• 5 drops of Vanilla essence
• 4-5 Cinnamon Sticks for decoration

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Instructions

• First, carefully separate the eggs, ensuring no yolk gets into the whites. Keep the egg whites chilled in the refrigerator.
• In a bowl, combine the yolks and brown sugar. Gradually add the sugar in small portions while beating the mixture until it becomes a creamy, lemon-yellow color.
• Meanwhile, gently heat milk in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in vanilla essence, clove powder, and half of the nutmeg powder, bringing it to a simmer.
• Slowly incorporate the yolk mixture into the warm milk, adding it in thirds and mixing thoroughly after each addition.
• Turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. Then, gently fold in the cream, followed by your choice of liquor. (I prefer to add the liquor after setting aside a non-alcoholic portion.)
• Strain the mixture and refrigerate for at least an hour.
• The egg white is added just before serving. You can store the drink for up to a week without the egg white.
• When you're ready to serve, beat the chilled egg whites with castor sugar until you have a light and fluffy meringue.
• Now it's time to gently mix the meringue with the drink. Pour this frothy delight into glasses, and for a final touch, sprinkle a little nutmeg powder on top. Serve chilled! For an extra festive look, garnish your Christmas Eggnog with a cinnamon stick.

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Nutrition

Serving: 150ml | Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 39.4g | Protein: 38.3g | Fat: 8.5g | Saturated Fat: 3.9g | Cholesterol: 178mg | Sodium: 114mg | Fiber: 0.3g

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About Debjani Chatterjee Alam

I am Debjani Chatterjee Alam. A CSR specialist by profession and a food writer, food blogger, and food photographer as well. I live in Kolkata along with my Husband Mehebub who is an architect by profession, my daughter Pasta, and also my dog daughters Coffee and Luchi.

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