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Thursday, December 15, 2011

Homemade Eggnog and Biscotti

For this months improv challenge, Kristen from Frugal Antics of a Harried Homemaker assigned us eggnog and cranberries.  I tossed around the idea of making an upside down eggnog cake with cranberries, or eggnog cookies with cranberries, but then I thought, rather then making one item with both ingredients, I can make two! Hence, the homemade eggnog and biscotti with dried cranberries!



Believe it or not, I have never actually been a fan of eggnog itself.  For some reason I could never stomach the drink.  However, I decided that I would try to make it on my own this year and see if I could enjoy the drink for once! Thanks to Alton Brown's recipe from Food Network, I think I may actually love eggnog now.  That's right, not like, but love!

Homemade Eggnog with Biscotti 

 Ingredients:
-4 egg yolks
-1/3 cup sugar, plus 1 tablespoon
-2 cups whole milk
-1 cup heavy cream
-2 to 3 ounces bourbon and/or brandy (optional)
-1 teaspoon nutmeg
-4 egg whites

Directions:
In a bowl, beat the egg yolks and sugar until pale yellow. Add in the milk, cream, alcohol if using, and nutmeg.

In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they begin to form soft peaks.  Add in the tablespoon of sugar and continue to beat until the egg whites form stiff peaks.

Gently fold the egg whites into the liquid mixture.  Chill in the refrigerator (or in the freezer for a few minutes) and serve cold.

Sip, slurp, and enjoy!

For the homemade biscotti recipe, click here.



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20 comments:

  1. TerraDecember 15, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    I love finding a recipe I was just discussing with someone:-) I honestly didn't realize how fun and easy it was to make eggnog:-) Your eggnog and cranberry biscotti look fantastic! Hugs, Terra

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  2. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Delicious! I have made Alton's eggnog before and it's delicious! Your biscotti are perfect! Really stunning!

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  3. Angie's RecipesDecember 15, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    Haven't made eggnog before...sounds fantastic with biscotti!

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  4. Paige @ The Crunchy MamacitaDecember 15, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    This looks great! I’m #2 in the challenge, I hope you’ll stop by and visit :)
    http://thecrunchymamacita.blogspot.com/2011/12/eggnog-cranberry-pound-cake.html

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  5. Carolina HeartStringsDecember 15, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Hello fellow ICC blogger. Your eggnog looks like creamy wonderfulness! Cannot wait to make some for the holidays.Come visit and check out our cookie. Also be sure to register to win the wonderful book we are giving away. Today is the last day. Look for the Southern Fried Women post.

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  6. Kiri W.December 15, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    There are few holiday treats I love more than homemade eggnog. Looks amazing! I'm not a cranberry lover, so I'd prefer a different biscotti flavor, but the biscotti itself looks like it came out with the perfect texture!

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  7. Jen at The Three Little PigletsDecember 15, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    I made biscotti too! Great minds think alike! I didn't make my eggnog from scratch first though, so my hat's off to you.

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  8. TeriDecember 15, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    I can't wait to try your egg nog recipe. I have never made it from scratch, but it looks delicious! Great looking biscotti also!!

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  9. RachelDecember 15, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Your biscotti looks fantastic. Makes me want some and a nice delicious hot chocolate.

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  10. AmaliaDecember 15, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    I'm not really a fan of eggnog, but this does look delicious! The store bought stuff just doesn't do it for me, but anything homemade is usually 10-times better! The biscotti looks wonderful as well, a perfect pair!

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  11. Little Mommy KimDecember 15, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Your pictures are so great! Biscotti was a great choice!

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  12. KristinDecember 16, 2011 at 2:56 AM

    This looks like a perfect holiday food gift. Yum!

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  13. KristenDecember 16, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Alton Brown is a great one for explaining how to make things well. Looks like two great treats!

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  14. Cucina49December 16, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    I'm not sure I've ever actually known HOW to make eggnog--thanks for sharing the recipe! I'll bet this is much better than storebought.

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  15. Jocie's MomDecember 16, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    MMmm! Well, personally I love eggnog! I haven't had any this season yet. None in stock at my grocery story. Hopefully we'll have some next week. I'd love to try this biscotti!

    buzzed

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  16. Nicole @ I am a Honey BeeDecember 17, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    glad you made the eggnog and enjoyed it!

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  17. Cheryl and Adam @ pictureperfectmeals.comDecember 18, 2011 at 12:38 AM

    We love eggnog around here but honestly have never made it at home - there's too much else going on in the kitchen at this time of year! Your recipe looks yummy though, and cranberries are perfect for a festive biscotti. Looks like you rose to the challenge!

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  18. Liz That Skinny Chick Can BakeDecember 21, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    How did I miss this???? Yeah, I am certain your homemade eggnog is a winner! I'll keep this recipe in mind if I ever need to make a batch! And cranberry biscotti sounds fabulous, too. Happy Holidays!

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