Egg Nog Day is Dec 24th – It’s Christmas Eve, celebrate with this rich, creamy, sweet drink. Some people like their Egg Nog with or without the customary rum, whiskey or cognac. The origins of the drink are debated, but commonly thought to have originated in England. Eventually Egg Nog made its way to the US and Canada, where it gained in popularity.
Store Bought Egg Nog vs. Homemade
Traditionally it’s made with raw eggs, heavy cream, and sugar and often vanilla or nutmeg. The store bought versions are different due to regulations regarding products with raw egg and milk products. If you don’t like the store versions, try making up your own batch, you may find you prefer it.
A Cake Recipe for Egg Nog Day
How are you going to celebrate Egg Nog Day? Perhaps you would like to bake this cake that uses Egg Nog in the icing!