Description
A creamy, festive twist on classic eggnog, infused with pumpkin puree and warm pumpkin spice for the perfect holiday beverage. This easy Pumpkin Spice Eggnog recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/3 cup bourbon or rum
- Optional: Whipped cream and ground nutmeg for topping
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Warm until steaming, but do not boil.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
- Slowly drizzle half of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
- Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan. Add pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the eggnog thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon (about 160°F), 6-8 minutes. Do not let it boil.
- Remove from heat. If using, stir in bourbon or rum. Strain the eggnog through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
- Let cool for 10 minutes, then refrigerate until completely chilled, at least 2 hours.
- Serve cold, garnished with whipped cream and nutmeg if desired.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute almond or oat milk and coconut cream.
- Strain the eggnog twice for a smoother, silkier texture.
- Use a kitchen thermometer to ensure eggs are cooked to a safe temperature.
- Leftover eggnog can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezing is not recommended as it can alter the texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260 calories
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg