You might be asking, Why is she posting eggnog in March? No, I have not lost my seasonal mind. This is not Egg Nog people! It’s egg liquor or eierlikor. This holiday libation is a bit lighter in taste than eggnog. Moreover, no Easter or Christmas in Germany is complete without indulging in eierlikor. Homemade German Egg Liquor is the bomb. I am excited, once again, to be home in Germany this Easter and am looking forward to browsing all the traditional Easter foods in the markets.
My sister-in-law makes her own Eierlikör. And it’s great. I never managed to wrestle the recipe out of her. However, I made my version and am very happy with the result. This variation uses white rum as the liquor component and leaves out the nutmeg. For a Christmas version, dark rum would be better. Adding bourbon, cognac, or whiskey is a delicious option. Also, or a mix of all four would further amp up the flavor. In addition, for a Christmas version, add some warm spices such as nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, or ginger to your Homemade German Egg Liquor.
The History of Eierlikör Starts with Avocados – Really!
Eierlikör, a rich and creamy German egg liqueur, traces its origins back to the 17th century and is believed to have been inspired by a South American drink called “abacate,” made from avocados, eggs, and sugar. When European settlers couldn’t find avocados in their homeland, they adapted the recipe using egg yolks, cream, sugar, and alcohol—creating what is now known as eierlikör. Homemade German Egg Liquor took off. This velvety, custard-like liqueur quickly became a holiday staple in German households and remains a beloved treat, often served in small glasses or used to enhance cakes and desserts. Popular across Europe, eierlikör continues to charm with its nostalgic flavor and homemade appeal.
In Germany, egg liquor is also a popular ingredient in homemade cakes, custards, tortes, and mixed drinks. The possibilities are endless. In addition, packaging this drink in pretty bottles with festive ribbons is a lovely hostess gift.
Homemade German Egg Liquor
Ingredients
- 1 vanilla bean pod or 1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1+ 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 12 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup white rum
Instructions
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Use a small sharp knife to slit the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the vanilla beans.
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Place the vanilla beans or vanilla bean paste, the egg yolks, and the powdered sugar in a mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Beat until creamy, about 5 minutes.
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Add the condensed milk and white rum and beat until combined.
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Transfer the mixture to a double boiler. If you don't have a double boiler, place a smaller saucepan inside a slightly larger one that is filled with one inch of water. Place the mixture in the smaller pan to heat.
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Beat the mixture over medium to low heat with a whisk until thick and creamy. About 6 - 8 minutes. Be careful not to let the mixture boil.
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Transfer the egg liquor to a bottle. Seal and chill until ready to drink.
So, do you like this Homemade German Egg Liquor? Then also check out some of these other delicious recipes:
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