Prep Time::5 mins
Cook Time::10 mins
Additional Time:: 1 hr 30 mins
Total Time:: 1 hr 45 mins
Servings::4
Yield::4 servings
Ingredients
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Custard Base:
4 egg yolks
⅓ cup white sugar
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
¾ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 fluid ounces bourbon whiskey, or more to taste
Meringue:
4 egg whites
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg
Directions
Place egg yolks in a saucepan. Whisk in sugar until well blended and creamy. Add milk and cream; whisk until blended. Place pan over medium heat; whisk frequently until mixture reaches a temperature of between 170 to 180 degrees F (75 to 80 degrees C) using an instant-read thermometer. Remove from heat. Stir in nutmeg and whiskey.
Chill pan in cold water until cool. Transfer mixture to a container (a large pitcher is ideal). Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, 2 to 3 hours.
Place egg whites in a bowl and whisk until soft peaks form. Add sugar and continue whisking until egg whites hold a firmer peak. Whisk egg whites into custard base until thoroughly blended. Refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
Whisk eggnog again just before serving and between each pour to ensure even distribution of the egg whites which tend to float to the top. Serve with a dusting of nutmeg.
Chef John Chef’s Note
Be sure to use the freshest ingredients (eggs, milk, and cream) and freshly grate the nutmeg.
Editor's Note:
This recipe contains raw egg. We recommend that young children, older adults, and people who are pregnant or immunocompromised do not consume raw egg. Learn more about egg safety from our article, How to Make Your Eggs Safe.