Chai Spiced Eggnog

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American, Fusion

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Chill time: 1

Total Time: 1 15

Servings: servings

Calories: 454kcal

Author: Jazzmine Woodard

Rich and creamy eggnog combined with chai tea and sweetened with maple syrup

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Equipment

1 small saucepan
1 whisk or kitchen spoon
1 Blender or mixer or food processor
1 heat-safe pitcher or container

Ingredients

5 eggs separated
2 cups milk
15 ounces full fat coconut milk or heavy cream
½ cup maple syrup or sweetener of your choice
2 tablespoons instant chai powder or 4 chai tea bags
1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

Add egg yolks, milk, coconut milk, maple syrup, instant chai, vanilla extract, and sea salt to a small saucepan over medium low heat.
Whisk vigorously until uniform.
Heat mixture until lightly simmering, stirring regularly, until mixture reaches 160 degrees farenheit (about 10 minutes).
Remove from heat and transfer eggnog to a heat-safe container. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
Meanwhile, beat egg whites into soft peaks by hand or with a mixer, blender or food processor.
Mix egg whites into eggnog mixture until frothy and combined.

Notes

Modifications

Make vegan eggnog by using full fat coconut milk in place of heavy cream and your favorite vegan egg substitute.

Preparation

Use a cooking thermometer to check the doneness of the eggnog to make sure the egg is cooked to a safe temperature for consumption but not overcooked.

Make quick work of combining the whipped egg whites and eggnog by pulsing the mixture in a blender for just a few seconds. Even though adding egg whites to eggnog is optional, this step is what gives that rich eggnog texture and running everything through the blender ensures the spices are blended throughout the drink for consistent sips.

You can make eggnog up to three days before serving. Be sure to either consume or freeze by the third days.

Cinnamon sticks, star anise, and fresh grated nutmeg make great garnishes for homemade eggnog because they not only look festive but also greet the nose with fragrance with each sip!

Storage

Store this eggnog in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to three days without alcohol. If you add alcohol to the eggnog, it will keep for up to one month. Keep in mind that eggnog thickens as it ages and will need to be stirred.

You can technically freeze eggnog. Place it in an airtight, freezer-safe container with about one inch of space for expansion. Eggnog will keep for up to six months in the freezer, however, because there are eggs in it, separation is almost certain. Run thawed eggnog through a blender or food processor to ensure smoother texture but keep in mind that there may still be lumps.

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