Description
Homemade Eggnog Pudding is a quick, creamy dessert that blends the classic festive flavors of eggnog into a smooth, velvety pudding perfect for holiday celebrations or any cozy gathering. Ready in under 30 minutes, this family-friendly pudding is easy to make, customizable, and sure to delight with its warm, spiced notes and comforting texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 2 cups eggnog
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and separate the egg yolks from the whites. Measuring everything beforehand helps keep the cooking process smooth and stress-free.
- Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar: In a medium saucepan, gently whisk together the egg yolks and sugar until smooth and pale in color. This step is crucial to avoid lumps and ensures a creamy texture.
- Mix Cornstarch and Milk: In a separate bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in a small amount of the cold milk. Gradually whisk this mixture into your saucepan with the egg yolks and sugar to prevent clumping once heated.
- Add Eggnog and Heat: Slowly pour in the eggnog and the remaining milk into the saucepan while stirring constantly over medium heat. Keep stirring until the pudding thickens and coats the back of a spoon—this usually takes about 7–10 minutes.
- Remove from Heat and Flavor: Once thickened, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of nutmeg for that signature holiday warmth. Let the pudding cool slightly before transferring it to serving dishes.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the pudding with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled and set, then enjoy!
Notes
- Constant stirring during cooking prevents lumps and creates a smooth pudding texture.
- Use fresh eggnog and eggs for the best flavor and creaminess.
- Cook over medium to low heat to avoid curdling or scorching the pudding.
- Press plastic wrap onto the pudding’s surface while chilling to avoid a skin forming.
- If pudding thickens too quickly, reduce the heat to prevent burning the bottom.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: eggnog pudding, holiday dessert, festive pudding, creamy pudding, quick dessert, family-friendly dessert
