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Once the custard base has cooled, gently fold in the meringue to enhance the eggnog's richness without deflating the airiness. The chef emphasizes not over-mixing—just enough to incorporate the meringue smoothly.
Step 6: Incorporating Alcohol and Flavor Adjustments
The recipe is flexible—adding your preferred alcohol to taste, with generous amounts for a boozy kick, or skipping it for kids and teetotalers. For an adult twist, the chef recommends adding spirits like bourbon, rum, or flavored liqueurs such as Baileys or Kahlua. The mixture is then cooled in the fridge for at least a few hours, allowing flavors to meld and textures to set.