Prep Time::15 mins
Total Time::15 mins
Servings::12
Yield::3 quarts
Ingredients
12 eggs, separated
2 cups white sugar, divided
1 quart rum
1 quart half-and-half
1 quart milk
1 pinch nutmeg
ice cubes
Directions
Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until foamy. Add 1 cup sugar gradually, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form sharp peaks.
Beat egg yolks and remaining 1 cup sugar in a separate bowl until frothy and lightened in color.
Fold egg whites into egg yolk mixture gently; pour into a large punch bowl or pitcher. Stir in rum, half-and-half, and milk.
Top eggnog with nutmeg; serve with ice.
Cook's Note:
Substitute heavy whipping cream for the half-and-half, if desired.
Editor's Note:
This recipe contains raw egg. We recommend that pregnant women, young children, the elderly, and the infirm do not consume raw egg. Learn more about egg safety from our article, How to Make Your Eggs Safe.