As the year winds down and I begin to reminisce about the events, accomplishments and happy moments over 2015 I can’t help but notice: food and drinks were at the center of all of these collective experiences.
Food and drinks can create traditions, recall memories and most importantly, help create an experience. Drinking eggnog at Christmas time, for example, is a classic symbol of the holiday season. When I was young, every December my mom had store-bought eggnog in the refrigerator, and I just loved it. Now that I’m older, I like to make it myself—and spike it with whiskey.
Boozy Eggnog with Cinnamon Spiced Whip is a classic recipe made with organic ingredients bought from Whole Foods Boca Raton. The cinnamon whipped cream complements the traditional nutmeg topping of eggnog. This is so easy to make, and it really impresses guests at a holiday party!
Cheers to the final days of the holiday season and 2015. See you all next year!
Boozy Eggnog with Cinnamon Spiced Whip
Makes one pitcher
Eggnog Ingredients:
- 6 eggs separated
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 pint milk
- 1 quart cream
- 12 ounces whiskey
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Nutmeg or garnish
Cinnamon Whip Ingredients:
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
Directions:
In a large mixing bowl, beat egg yolks and ½ cup sugar to combine. Add milk, cream, liquor and cinnamon, and beat until cream is smooth.
In a separate bowl, beat egg whites and remaining sugar until peaks form.
Gently fold the whites into the cream mixture.
Make the whip: in a deep mixing bowl, beat heavy cream and sugar until soft peaks form. Sprinkle cinnamon over cream, and beat until combined.
Serve eggnog, and garnish with whip and fresh nutmeg.
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About Amanda Jane
Amanda Jane is the creator of the food blog Seasonally Jane, a creative space where she shares her love of seasonally inspired cooking through original recipes, photography and writing. Seasonally Jane celebrates the use of peak-season fruits and vegetables with an emphasis on organic whole foods and unique ingredients. Amanda launched her blog in September 2014 and is based in Lighthouse Point.
