Keto Eggnog Cookies Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How long does homemade eggnog last? ›

Cover and refrigerate.

The more liquor you add, the longer it will keep — non-alcoholic eggnog should be consumed within 1 day; eggnog with 1/2 to 1 cup of liquor will keep for several days; and eggnog with 1 1/2 cups of liquor will keep for several weeks and continue aging and thickening quite nicely.

While brandy is the most traditional alcohol to pair with eggnog, according to traditional recipes, you can also use a mixture of dark rum and Cognac. If you like your eggnog with more of a kick you can also add bourbon, but we recommend sticking to rum and Cognac to preserve the 'nog's flavors.

Adding Xanthan Gum. Xanthan gum is an optional ingredient, and it's only purpose is to add a little body and thickness to your drink. This is a tricky ingredient and it's very easy to overuse it. If you stick to the quantities I've suggested your drink will come out perfect.

Aim for a ratio of about five-to-one of eggnog to your selected spirit for the best flavor. For each 8-ounce glass, add one shot (1.5 ounces) of alcohol.

Consuming store-bought eggnog that has been open for more than 8 days may pose a risk of bacterial contamination. Even if it tastes fine, bacteria may be present, leading to foodborne illnesses.

But, you don't have to be a food scientist to figure out if your eggnog has gone bad. If it is lumpy (ew), has a sour and unpleasant odor, or if it has lost its color and has turned from beige yellowish to another hue, it's time to throw it out. But, don't be disheartened if you do have to pitch your box of nog.

Alcohol: If you want to add alcohol to your eggnog, start with ¼ cup brandy, bourbon, rum or whisky added at the same time as the vanilla, or after cooling the eggnog. Add more to taste, if desired.

Rum Eggnog

While it was very subtle, it was a bit more pronounced on the back end than the brandy. Overall, the eggnog was delicious and just sweet enough so you could taste that there was alcohol beyond the creamy egg mixture.

Chairman's Reserve Spiced Rum

"When choosing a rum, I personally find a spiced rum to be the best for the flavors incorporated in eggnogs," he said. "Chairman's Reserve Spiced Rum is best for its quality and flavor profile.”

If you over-cook the eggnog, it'll thicken too much (like custard). And if you're cooking it to be food-safety conscious, then you'll want to ensure that you reach your desired temperature. Again, I highly recommend using a digital thermometer.

What makes eggnog taste better? ›

It depends on the recipe you follow and your preferences, but there are some liquors that taste better in the drink. For example, brandy, rum, bourbon, and cognac match wonderfully with eggnog.

There is a high possibility it can get curdled slightly at 2 stages, one is when you are cooking the egg yolk and the milk mixture on the stove. And the other stage is when adding alcohol into the mix. If this happens don't worry, just blend it in a blender until smooth.

Most plants keep producing eggnog through New Year's, and start dumping their unsold product in January. Although associated with the holidays, eggnog doesn't need to be seasonal. Dairy plants could produce small batches of eggnog off-season for hard-core nogheads, but they don't because it's not cost-effective.

Inflation drives up price of Christmas dinner, eggnog. Your Christmas meals with all the fixings, including eggnog and ham, cost around 16.4% more than last year with inflation.

Expired eggs and milk can grow bacteria and lead to food poisoning, which wouldn't be a holly, jolly Christmas. The Food and Drug Administration suggests consuming commercial eggnog within three to five days of opening a carton, and you should drink homemade eggnog within two to four days of making.

Homemade eggnog typically lasts 2-3 days if stored in 40º F or less under the proper conditions. Store-bought eggnog lasts 5-7 days after opening if it has been refrigerated. Canned eggnog lasts 4 to 5 months and around 5-7 days after opening.

In general, most commercially produced eggnog liqueurs, which often contain alcohol, can last for several months to a year after opening when stored properly.

Stir in 1/2 to 1 cup of spiced rum and pure vanilla extract. Chill thoroughly (about 6 hours) and serve very chilled with fresh nutmeg sprinkled on top. Eggnog will last up to 5 days in the refrigerator.