Creamy Pumpkin Eggnog
This velvety Pumpkin Eggnog bridges Thanksgiving and Christmas with a bloomed spice technique and a blender-friendly method that beats store-bought versions.
Equipment
- Blender
- Small skillet
- Mason jars
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 3 Tbsp pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- Nutmeg, for garnish
Instructions
Bloom the Pumpkin and Spice
- Warm the pumpkin puree with the pumpkin pie spice in a small skillet for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it smells like pumpkin pie filling and looks slightly darker and glossier. Let it cool slightly so it blends in smoothly without warming the dairy.
Whip the Eggs and Dissolve the Sugar
- Crack the eggs into your blender and blend on medium for 1 minute, until the mixture turns pale and foamy, like a light cappuccino froth.
- Turn the blender to the lowest setting and add the sugar gradually, 1 to 2 tablespoons at a time, so it doesn’t clump at the bottom. Once it is all in, blend on medium for 1 minute, until the sound of the blender smooths out and the mixture looks glossy rather than grainy.
Blend the Creamy Base, Then Chill
- Turn the blender back to the lowest setting and add the bloomed pumpkin mixture, whole milk, and heavy cream. Blend just until everything looks silky and evenly tinted a soft pumpkin shade, with no visible specks.
- Pour into an air-tight container, Mason jars are ideal, then refrigerate until fully chilled, at least 4 hours if you want the best flavor and the prettiest, thickest pour.
Serve and Garnish
- Pour cold Pumpkin Eggnog into a glass and finish with a light dusting of nutmeg, then take a quick sniff before the first sip, that aroma is half the pleasure.
Notes
Safety Tip: Since this is a cold preparation, use pasteurized eggs to ensure a safe, silky texture, especially for vulnerable guests.
Ingredient Selection: Be sure to use 100% pure pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling to maintain the correct sweetness and spice balance.
Flavor Enhancer: Grate fresh nutmeg directly over the glass for a brighter, more festive aroma than pre-ground spices.
Texture Secret: Do not skip the chilling step; allowing the mixture to rest for at least 4 hours helps the dairy thicken and the flavors meld perfectly.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.
Nutrition
Calories: 625kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 10gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 250mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 52gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg
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