Need a little something extra this holiday season? Try this festive eggnog latte recipe!
The holidays are a hectic mess of holiday parties, shopping, and family gatherings. There are trees to decorate, gifts to wrap, and children to calm.
For this reason, you must take time for your relaxation. After all, it's your holiday too!
One of the ways that we like to unwind is by the fireplace with a good book and a steaming eggnog latte.
If you want to give this recipe a try, then keep reading!
Eggnog, rich in eggs and cream, is one of the reasons why this latte tastes so amazing. Here is the recipe for a homemade, satisfying eggnog latte.
Homemade Eggnog Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk (option to use almond milk instead)
- 1 ½ cups organic palm sugar to taste
- 5 whole cloves
- 2 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 12 egg yolks
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 4 cups cream
Steps:
- Combine milk, cloves, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and cinnamon in a saucepan, and heat on low for 5 minutes. Slowly raise the temperature and bring the milk mixture to a boil.
- In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks and sugar until the mixture is fluffy. Whisk the hot milk mixture slowly into the eggs.
- Pour mixture into a saucepan. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly for 3 minutes, or until thick. Do not allow the mixture to boil. Strain to remove cloves, and let cool for approximately an hour.
- Stir in the cream, 2 teaspoons vanilla, and nutmeg. Bourbon is optional and will vary by taste. Refrigerate overnight before serving.
Eggnog Latte Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh eggnog (see above)
- ½ cup of Bulletproof Upgraded Whole Bean Coffee
- Add ¼ cup whole milk (option to use almond milk instead)
- Organic palm sugar to taste
- Nutmeg
Steps:
Mix eggnog, coffee, sugar, and milk in a pan and heat up. Pour into a mug and top with froth and nutmeg if desired.
Wrapping Up
Finally, we hope you enjoy this recipe and have a happy holiday season!
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