This Rich Chocolate Eggnog is going to be your new favorite Christmas drink, I promise!
This Rich Chocolate Eggnog is going to be your new favorite Christmas drink, I promise! It’s chocolatey, creamy, and just the right bit of holiday. Imagine the rich, comforting taste of traditional eggnog mixed with the sweet, creamy taste of hot chocolate. It’s a marriage made in Christmas bliss. My kids love this recipe, and every year it is the best part of our holiday movie night. And it’s so simple to make! This festive dessert will make everyone happy, whether you serve it warm by the fireplace or cold with whipped cream on top.
Ingredients and Tools
- A medium pot and a whisk
- Spoon made of wood
- Bowl for mixing
- Spoons and cups for measuring
- 2 cups of whole milk
- 1 cup of thick cream
- Four big egg yolks
- 1/3 cup of sugar in granules
- 1/2 cup of semisweet chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- A little bit of nutmeg (and more for garnish)
- Optional whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Put the milk and heavy cream in a medium saucepan. Warm it up over medium heat until the edges start to bubble, but don’t let it boil.
- Whisk the sugar and egg yolks together in a bowl until the mixture is light and creamy.
- While whisking all the time, slowly add the warm milk mixture to the egg mixture. This keeps the eggs from curdling and makes them more stable.
- Put the tempered egg mixture back into the pot. Put in the chocolate chips, cinnamon, and a little nutmeg. Stir over low heat until the chocolate melts and the mixture is thick enough to cover the back of a spoon. Take it off the heat and mix in the vanilla essence.
- Put the eggnog in cups or mugs. Put whipped cream and a little nutmeg or chocolate powder on top. Serve warm or chill in the fridge and serve cold.
Storage and Variations
You may make the eggnog up to two days ahead of time! Put it in the fridge in a container that won’t let air in. If you want to serve it warm, gently reheat it on the stove.
Put any remaining chocolate eggnog in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to three days. If you want it warm, shake or stir it well before serving and then gently reheat it on the burner.
For a dairy-free recipe, use almond milk and coconut cream instead.
If you like things sweeter, you can use semisweet chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
For even more seasonal flavor, add a pinch of ground ginger or cloves.
For adults only, stir in a shot of rum, bourbon, or brandy for a boozy treat.
Tips for the Perfect Chocolate Eggnog
- Use good chocolate: The better the chocolate, the nicer the eggnog will taste. Choose semisweet or dark chocolate for the best mix of sweet and bitter.
- Be careful when tempering your eggs: pour the hot milk to the egg yolks slowly so they don’t scramble.
- You can serve it hot or cold, and it’s great both ways! Serve it warm for a comforting drink, or chill it and top it with whipped cream for a dessert-like treat.
- Add some spice: A dash of rum or bourbon goes great with the chocolate tastes and gives it a more adult feel.
- Get the youngsters involved: Let children sprinkle the nutmeg or help whisk the ingredients, but only if you can watch them. They’ll be so proud to help!
Conclusion
This sounds like the perfect dessert for your next holiday get-together, doesn’t it?
This delicious chocolate eggnog is a treat that will make you feel good and may be made any way you choose.
Your family will enjoy it! Please give it a shot, and if you do, please let me know how it turned out in the comments.