Peppermint Mocha Eggnog Recipe
Peppermint Mocha Eggnog Irresistible holiday drink recipe Enjoy this festive peppermint mocha treat Perfect eggnog recipe using simple tech Make today
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Drink
- Cuisine: Christmas
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large free-range egg yolks
- 100 grams caster sugar
- 400 milliliters whole milk
- 200 milliliters double cream
- 100 milliliters strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Whisk the yolks and sugar. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and caster sugar until the mixture is pale and slightly thickened. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes. You want the sugar to dissolve fully, creating a smooth base for the eggnog.
- Heat the milk and cream. In a saucepan, combine the milk and double cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it’s just simmering. Do not boil! You want it hot enough to cook the eggs gently.
- Temper the egg yolks. Slowly drizzle the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly. This is crucial to prevent the eggs from scrambling. Add the milk in a thin, steady stream.
- Cook the eggnog. Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the eggnog thickens slightly. It should be thick enough to coat the back of the spoon. Be patient, this might take 5-7 minutes. Don’t let it boil! If it starts to simmer, remove from the heat immediately.
- Add the flavour. Remove from the heat and stir in the cooled coffee, peppermint extract, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Taste and adjust the peppermint extract or spices to your preference.
- Chill. Pour the eggnog into a jug or container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavours to meld. The longer it chills, the better it tastes!
- Serve. Before serving, give the eggnog a good stir. Pour into glasses, top with whipped cream and crushed peppermint candies (if using), and enjoy!
Notes
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