Festive Baileys Bliss

Give your next holiday party an extra spirited touch with this luscious, creamy Baileys eggnog! Homemade eggnog is prepared with a medley of warm seasonal spices and rich maple syrup, then gets a healthy dose of everyone's favorite Irish cream to add a little festive fun. The holiday season isn't complete without whipping up a batch of Baileys and eggnog -- your guests will love every decadent sip.

Festive Baileys Bliss

Indulge in the richness of homemade eggnog with a splash of Baileys Irish Cream for a festive and creamy holiday treat.

4.28 from 76 votes
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3/8 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons real maple syrup
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon whole cloves
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 tablespoons Baileys Original Irish Cream

Instructions

  1. Beat the egg yolk until smooth and slightly lightened in color.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, cinnamon stick, vanilla extract, nutmeg, whole cloves, and pinch of salt to a simmer over medium heat. Do not boil, then turn off the heat.
  3. Strain some of the cream mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into the egg yolk and whisk. Repeat this process until all of the milk mixture is incorporated.
  4. Stir in Baileys. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  5. For an optional frothy topping, whip the reserved egg white until soft peaks form immediately before serving and use to top the glass. Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and nutmeg if desired. Enjoy!