Description
Creamy Christmas keto eggnog delights holiday palates with luxurious flavors from classic ingredients. Rich spices and silky texture welcome seasonal celebrations while keeping carbohydrate counts low for health-conscious guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1½ cups (360 ml) heavy cream
- 1½ cups (360 ml) unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup (240 ml) bourbon (optional)
- ⅓ cup (40 g) powdered monk fruit allulose blend
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Egg Base Preparation: Whip egg yolks using an electric mixer until pale and silky, gradually adding powdered sweetener while blending until completely smooth and integrated.
- Dairy Infusion: Combine almond milk, heavy cream, ground cinnamon, and freshly grated nutmeg in a saucepan. Warm gently over medium heat, stirring occasionally until surface bubbles. Remove from heat and incorporate vanilla extract for aromatic depth.
- Tempering Technique: Gradually stream hot dairy mixture into whipped egg yolks, whisking constantly to prevent protein curdling and ensure a uniform, luxurious texture.
- Temperature Control: Return combined mixture to saucepan, reducing heat to medium-low. Stir continuously, monitoring consistency until slightly thickened and reaches 71°C (160°F). Avoid boiling, understanding the mixture will further densify during cooling.
- Flavor Enhancement and Preservation: Optionally introduce bourbon for depth and extended preservation. Transfer eggnog to a sealed container and refrigerate for 3-4 hours to achieve optimal chilled consistency.
- Elegant Presentation: Serve chilled, garnishing with sugar-free whipped cream and a delicate dusting of ground cinnamon and nutmeg for a sophisticated finishing touch.
Notes
- Whip Eggs with Precision: Use an electric mixer at high speed to create a pale, silky egg base, ensuring smooth incorporation of sweetener for a luxurious texture.
- Temper Carefully: Stream hot dairy mixture slowly into egg yolks while whisking vigorously to prevent scrambling and maintain a silky, creamy consistency.
- Monitor Temperature Critically: Use a kitchen thermometer to reach exactly 71°C (160°F), preventing boiling and ensuring food safety without compromising the eggnog’s delicate structure.
- Enhance Flavor and Preservation: Optional bourbon not only adds rich depth but also helps extend the refrigeration life of your homemade keto eggnog.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 82 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg