subject: Eggnog Snickerdoodles | Christmas cookie ideas [print this page] Eggnog is mostly popular in the United States and Canada, and is usually consumed at Christmas and New Year. There is a popular belief that the tradition of eggnog was carried down from Europe to the United States. It was usually mixed with wine but in America eggnog was concocted with rum. In the 1800s, egg nog was a social drink and made in large quantities. This drink was served during holidays and celebrations. Eggnog is a versatile drink and goes well with alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. Try these eggnog recipes with alcohol.
Eggnog Recipes With Alcohol
Ingredients
1 cup rum, brandy, or bourbon
2 tablespoon sugar syrup
tablespoon vanilla essence
2 cups of whole milk
a pinch of salt
4 large eggs
cup whipped cream
teaspoon nutmeg or cinnamon powder
Method
Beat eggs, sugar syrup and salt till the ingredients are mixed properly. Now, add milk slowly while whisking so that it forms a smooth mixture. Heat a pan and add the contents, stirring it continuously on a low flame, till the mixture become thick. Allow the mixture to cool for a while. Take a sieve and drain the mixture to remove unwanted pieces. Pour it into a large container and add vanilla essence, add the alcohol of your choice and cover it with a plastic foil. Refrigerate till required. Before serving mix the egg custard and cream, whip, till it becomes frothy. Sprinkle nutmeg powder and serve chilled.
