What makes eggnog taste better?

Shaking eggnog with ice dilutes it just a little . This helps turn the volume down on its inherent sweetness and thins it so it's not tacky thick, and viscous. It gets your eggnog nicely chilled too, which helps the store-bought stuff taste less sticky sweet.

What is the very best alcohol to put in eggnog?

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.

How to elevate your eggnog?

Swapping some of the milk with buttermilk adds an awesome tanginess to your eggnog which goes well with a bit of grated lemon zest for Lemon-Buttermilk Eggnog.

What type of brandy is best for eggnog?

For the brandy eggnog, Korbel VS was the brand of choice, and it produced a perfectly balanced drink. This eggnog had a nice sweetness in every sip, which paired admirably with the creamy egg base.

What whiskey is good in eggnog?

Made with eggs, sugar, spices, and of course, whiskey, this rich and creamy beverage is sure to get you in the holiday spirit. To make Wigle's spiked eggnog, we recommend using a good quality whiskey like Yule Tidings but other whiskeys will be equally delicious. Wigle PA Bourbon eggnog is also highly recommended!

How to improve store-bought eggnog?

How to Spike Store-Bought Eggnog. 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.

How to jazz up egg nog?

Bourbon, Whiskey, or Rye Any of these brown liquors (all of which are technically whiskeys, as is Scotch) work beautifully in partnership with eggnog since they balance the sweetness with a hint of smoke. Many also offer caramel notes.

What gives eggnog its distinctive flavor?

The distinctive spices that give eggnog its characteristic taste, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla , are used to create eggnog-flavored foods and beverages.

Does eggnog taste better with alcohol?

Eggnog is the holiday sludge that some people can't live without and others can't stand. It's a mixture of milk, cream, sugar, egg yolks, and whipped egg whites. For those of legal drinking age, the beverage tastes even better with a splash of alcohol.

How do most people drink eggnog?

Eggnog is usually served cold , but you may choose to heat it, especially if you're coming in from making snowmen or ice skating. And you can spike eggnog with a splash of brandy, rum or your spirit of choice, but it's also delicious simply spiked with vanilla or cinnamon.

Eggnog Truffles Recipe (2024)

These Egg Nog Truffles, taste like Christmas. They have the best flavor, with the slightest hint of Egg Nog. Even if you aren't an Egg Nog lover, you are going to love these. They are so easy to make, and are yummy.

I’m not sure why I love egg nog so much, but I really look forward to it all year long.

Maybe it’s because they make you wait all year to have it.

The other day I went to a potluck Christmas party, and my friend brought these truffles.

They are like big, tasty glass of eggnog with every bite. I begged her for the recipe, and she finally let me have it – and she told me I could share it with you.

Trust me when I say, I can’t make homemade candy for the life of me, because I really can’t.

However, with this recipe, I feel like I could make chocolates for a living because they always turn out perfect.

If you are looking for a delicious and simple holiday treat, you have to try these.

Need another Christmas Truffle idea? Try our No Bake Sugar Cookie Truffles!

The trick to dipping chocolates and truffles

Dipping chocolates has always been a struggle for me. I feel like I always mess them up, or can’t get the chocolate to look right.

However, we have figured out the best way to dip chocolate, or in this case, egg nog truffles.

All you need is a plastic four prong fork.

Simply break the two middle prongs, so you only have the outside prongs intact. Then place the egg nog truffle into the white chocolate (I just use my hands) roll it around and make sure it is fully coated.

Then, using the two prong fork, lift the egg nog truffle, out of the chocolate, and place it on foil, or prepared baking sheet or pan.

That’s all there is to it.

If it is showing any of the truffle insides, smooth the chocolate over it gently, by sliding the side of the fork prong along it.

Bam. Perfect truffles every time.

How should i store these truffles?

If you are making them in advance, we recommend placing them in an air tight container, and refrigerating them until serving them.

I prefer them cold, but they are also delicious at room temperature.

They also freeze very well.

Depending on how far in advance you are making them, pull them out of the freezer 24 hours in advance, and place them in the fridge to thaw.

If you take them out of the freezer, then put them on the counter, they will get wet, and lose their crisp chocolate texture.

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Serves: 12

Eggnog Truffles Recipe

These delicious truffles taste just like a big glass of eggnog! They are so soft and yummy!

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Ingredients

16 ounces white chocolate divided, 1 pound (I used bakers chocolate)
4 ounces cream cheese softened
¼ cup powdered sugar
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon imitation rum extract

Instructions

In a small bowl, cream together cream cheese, powdered sugar, nutmeg, and rum extract.
In a microwave safe bowl, melt 1/2 lb (8 oz) of the white chocolate for 30 seconds. Remove from microwave, stir, and repeat in 30 second intervals until the chocolate is completely smooth.
Add the chocolate mixture to the cream cheese mixture and beat until smooth.
Refrigerate for about 2 hours or until chilled and slightly more firm.
Melt the remaining chocolate.
Remove the cream cheese and chocolate mixture from the fridge, and roll into one-inch balls. Roll each ball in the white chocolate, and place on a wax-paper lined cookie sheet.

Notes

(Optional) You can sprinkle the top with nutmeg as a garnish

Nutrition

Calories: 233 kcal · Carbohydrates: 26 g · Protein: 3 g · Fat: 14 g · Saturated Fat: 8 g · Cholesterol: 13 mg · Sodium: 78 mg · Potassium: 132 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 25 g · Vitamin A: 64 IU · Vitamin C: 1 mg · Calcium: 89 mg · Iron: 1 mg

Equipment

small bowl
Microwave Safe Bowl
Wax Paper
Cookie Sheet

Recipe Details

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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Happy Valley Chow says:

Great recipe! Thanks for sharing :)Happy Blogging!Happy Valley Chow
Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says:

I'm loving everything eggnog right now, and these truffles look amazing! I love the short, simple list of ingredients, too. Pinned!
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Kristin says:

Instead of rum extract can I use real rum????
kate says:

Could you use white almond bark or wouldn't that give the same result ?
Cyd says:

Hi Kate, white almond bark will work just fine with these eggnog truffles.
Tina says:

We are having problems rolling ours into balls. Our eggnog mixture is very gooey and sticky. Any advice?
Pam @ The Birch Cottage says:

Tis the season for eggnog. So far, I've made eggnog muffins, eggnog cupcakes and eggnog cookies. Oh, yeah, and let's not forget eggnog frosting! Now I can add eggnog truffles to my list! Thanks for sharing this recipe!
marie says:

Do u have to use rum extract
Cyd says:

It just add to the overall flavor, but they will be fine without it.
Harry says:

Yes try putting the mixture into the frig for 10-15mins than get it out and roll it into balls that should prevent the gooey problem. These were delicious and very tasty I love eggnog.
Jenal Carlton says:

So have you doubled, tripled or quadrupled the recipe? I'm looking for a recipe for a cookie exchange and will need to make more than 12 cookies.
Cyd says:

You could totally double or triple this recipe.
Chivon says:

I'm having difficulties rolling these into balls as well. Very sticky. I've had them in the fridge for 4 or 5 hours now because I found 2 wasn't enough and they're still very sticky. I'm now trying to freeze the mixture to see if that helps but I think the measurements may need to be tweaked for next time.
Mrs. Kelly says:

Do these need to be stored in the fridge once they are done? I would like to gift them, but that can be a challenge for items that require refrigeration.
Cyd says:

I would keep them in the fridge. But if you pull them out to deliver to neighbors or for a party, they should be fine at room temp for a few hours.
Diana says:

How can they be eggnog truffles without eggnog
Cyd says:

It's the nutmeg and other flavors that taste like egg nog in this recipe.
Mellissa Brown-Upton says:

Too gooey & will not firm up!! What do I do??? Catering a party in two days for my boss!!! Help!
Cyd says:

Add a little more powdered sugar if you are having a hard time rolling them into balls. Refrigerate them for storing and that will help them set up too. Hope it all comes together for you!!

About The Author:

Steph Loaiza

Steph lives in Southern California with her husband, Andrew, and her five kids: 2 girls and 3 boys. She oversees all of Six Sisters' Stuff products and loves going to Disneyland with her family and reading in her spare time.

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