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Creamy Homemade Eggnog Pudding

A rich, silky homemade eggnog pudding infused with warm spices and classic holiday flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch
  • 4 egg yolks large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp nutmeg ground
  • 0.25 tsp cinnamon ground
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Whisk sugar, cornstarch, spices, and salt in a saucepan.
  2. Whisk in milk and cream until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened.
  4. Temper egg yolks with hot mixture, then return to saucepan.
  5. Cook 2–3 minutes until custard-thick.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla.
  7. Chill covered until set, then serve.

Notes

Serve chilled or slightly warm with whipped cream and nutmeg.