Homemade Eggnog Pudding from Scratch
Easy homemade eggnog pudding with eggnog and other seasonal ingredients. This creamy and silky pudding, topped with fresh whipped cream and pomegranate seeds, makes a festive holiday and Christmas dessert.
With the holidays here and Christmas just around the corner, nothing says Christmas more than eggnog. While there’s been plenty of traditional eggnog stocked in the fridge, I’m still craving more of this wonderful seasonal flavor. This is where Homemade Eggnog Pudding comes in.
Ingredients for Homemade Eggnog Pudding
- Eggnog – Preferably natural or organic for best flavor
- Nutmeg, Cinnamon and Vanilla – Delicious spices that give this homemade pudding an extra festive flavor
- Egg yolks – Helps give a rich and creamy texture
- Sugar – For sweetness
- Cornstarch – Helps thicken the eggnog pudding
- Whipping cream – An extra indulgent topping
- Pomegranate seeds – Add a fresh and fruity flavor and a Christmassy feel
How to Make Homemade Pudding from Scratch
This eggnog pudding couldn’t be easier to make, simply heat all the ingredients together until just simmering, then remove to cool. Once cooled refrigerate the pudding mixture for a few hours then divide into individual glasses before serving.
Pro Tip: Make sure to stir the pudding mixture often as it thickens. If you don’t stir the mixture the eggs will clump into a scramble.
How to Thicken Homemade Pudding
Use cornstarch to quickly and easily thicken puddings. The flavor and texture remain for a creamy and silky homemade eggnog pudding.
How Long does Homemade Pudding Last?
Pudding in the fridge will last for 1-3 days, and retain flavors and optimal texture.
Pro Tip: When chilling the pudding mixture, make sure to cover it with plastic wrap, this prevents a skin from forming on the top. If a skin does form simply remove it, scraping it out with a fork.
This holiday season is a perfect reason to enjoy seasonal flavors like eggnog, cinnamon and nutmeg. This Homemade Eggnog Pudding incorporates all this onto one perfect, shareable (if you dare) dessert. Top with fresh whipped cream and pomegranate seeds to add even more holiday colors.
Tips for making homemade pudding
- Don’t skip the cornstarch it’s an important ingredient that gives this pudding a thick and silky texture
- Make sure to stir the pudding mixture as it thickens to stop the eggs from scrambling
- Don’t be tempted to turn up the heat to thicken the mixture quicker or the pudding will split
- Let the mixture cool completely before chilling in the fridge
- You can add different flavorings to the whipped cream topping such as cinnamon or your favorite liqueurs
- You can also try topping with shavings of your favorite chocolate
- No pomegranate? Try going for another red fruit to keep the festive theme. Strawberries, raspberries or red currants would all work great
Homemade Eggnog Pudding recipe at-a-glance:
Flavor profiles: Rich and perfectly sweet with holiday spices.
Texture: Thick and creamy for a decadent holiday pudding.
More Homemade Pudding Recipes You Might Like:
- No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Pudding
- Healthy Homemade Eggnog Rice Pudding
- Vegan Coconut Rice Pudding with Cranberries and Pistachios
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Homemade Eggnog Pudding
Ingredients
- â…” cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 4 ½ cups eggnog
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1 piece cinnamon stick
- 1 ½ tablespoons vanilla extract, divided
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 tablespoons fresh pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- Stir together sugar, cornstarch, and nutmeg in large pan over medium heat. Stir in eggnog and egg yolks.
- Add cinnamon sticks. Heat, stirring often and scraping bottom, until thickened and simmer starts. Remove from heat immediately. Discard cinnamon sticks and stir in 3 tablespoons vanilla.
- Pour into large bowl and cover with plastic wrap directly over surface. Refrigerate 4-6 hours, until cooled and set.
- When ready to serve, beat whipping cream and 1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla with a mixer in large bowl until thick peaks form.
- Divide pudding between eight serving dishes, top with whipped cream, and garnish with pomegranate seeds.
Notes
- Don't skip the cornstarch it's an important ingredient that gives this pudding a thick and silky texture
- Make sure to stir the pudding mixture as it thickens to stop the eggs from scrambling
- Don't be tempted to turn up the heat to thicken the mixture quicker or the pudding will split
- Let the mixture cool completely before chilling in the fridge
- You can add different flavorings to the whipped cream topping such as cinnamon or your favorite liqueurs
- You can also try topping with shavings of your favorite chocolate
- No pomegranate? Try going for another red fruit to keep the festive theme. Strawberries, raspberries or red currants would all work great
Recipe adapted from FiveHeartHome.
I love everything eggnog and cannot wait to make this eggnog pudding too! So festive for the holidays!
My husband is a huge egg nog fan! I will have to try this pudding recipe! Thank you for sharing!
I love all things eggnog so this would be so perfect over the holidays!! Pinned to make on Christmas day!!!
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing eggnog pudding recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!
This will have to be our Christmas dessert! My husband loves eggnog anything. Love the pomegranates on top. Really beautiful dessert!
I’ve been loving eggnog as well. That’s great to hear and thanks so much Louise!
Wow! I don’t think this would last more than a day in my fridge! I like your recipe for eggnog rice pudding, too. My folks would love that. Might have to whip up a batch of both of these when I visit soon. Thanks for sharing such a decadent and festive recipe.
Thanks so much Raquel and I totally agree. You could always make a double batch.
Sounds so creamy and tasty, and the pomegranates on top really help it pop and look festive.
Thanks Caroline and glad you like it!
oh my gosh this looks amazing, egg nog is my new obsession I absolutely LOVE it! What a great idea putting it into pudding form!
I couldn’t agree more Georgie. I’m a bit ashamed to mention how many containers of eggnog we’ve gone through this season.
What a brilliant idea! I love that the eggs are cooked in this recipe – my kids will really enjoy this!
Thanks Lauren and I’m sure they will!
I love eggnog! Such a delicious holiday indulgence. I made a pudding with it last year, and it was so good! Yours looks absolutely delicious!
Thanks so much Sophia! This was my first time making it but definitely wont be my last.
Ok this is the month I am going to try Eggnog for the first time! I have come across so many lovely sounding recipes featuring eggnog, I really need to give it a go. Sounds delicious!
I think you totally should Donna. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy the holiday season. Thanks!
I need to find those eggs! I don’t know if they’re available in Canada but I’m definitely going to check. Back to this ‘nog recipe!! Amazing. I’m actually thinking of reason why I shouldn’t make it … and I can’t. So yummy and a great spin for the holiday season!
I’m not sure if they are either but you could check to the store finder or contact them. Haha I can’t think of a reason not to either and hope you do make it! Thanks Samantha!
My family loves pudding and this version sounds fabulous!
Thanks Allison!