Name: Crockpot Eggnog Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 large egg yolks; ½ cup granulated sugar; 1½ cups heavy cream; 2 cups milk; ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 cinnamon stick; ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt; Whipped cream; Ground nutmeg or cinnamon, for dusting

Description

This Crockpot Eggnog Recipe offers a warm, creamy homemade holiday favorite made easy in a slow cooker. Rich with egg yolks, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, and cinnamon, this comforting drink is cooked gently in a crockpot to develop deep flavors and smooth texture. Perfect for festive gatherings, it’s served chilled with optional whipped cream and spice garnish.

Ingredients

Scale

Eggnog Base

8 large egg yolks
½ cup granulated sugar
1½ cups heavy cream
2 cups milk
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cinnamon stick
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt

For Garnish (Optional)

Whipped cream
Ground nutmeg or cinnamon, for dusting

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Instructions

Whisk Egg Yolks and Sugar: In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks and granulated sugar together until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and slightly pale in color, ensuring the sugar is fully dissolved.
Combine Ingredients in Crockpot: Pour the whisked egg yolks into the Crockpot and add the heavy cream, milk, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, cinnamon stick, and kosher salt. Stir everything together thoroughly to combine the flavors evenly.
Cook Slowly: Cover the Crockpot and cook the mixture on low heat for 1½ hours. Stir the eggnog once or twice during the cooking period to prevent curdling and to promote even cooking.
Cool the Mixture: After cooking, remove the lid and stir the eggnog once more. Allow the mixture to cool in the Crockpot for about 30 minutes to let flavors meld and temperature drop.
Remove Cinnamon and Chill: Take out the cinnamon stick and transfer the eggnog to a suitable beverage container. Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, which will also help the eggnog thicken and develop its classic creamy texture.
Serve and Garnish: Pour the chilled eggnog into glasses. Garnish each serving with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground nutmeg or cinnamon for an extra festive touch.

Notes

Stirring throughout cooking is essential to avoid curdling due to the eggs.
Chill the eggnog thoroughly before serving to achieve the best creamy consistency.
If concerned about raw eggs, use pasteurized eggs or an egg substitute suitable for cooking.
For an adult version, you can add a splash of rum, bourbon, or brandy before chilling.
Use a low setting on your Crockpot to gently cook the eggs without scrambling them.