Description
German Eierlikör is a traditional drink for Easter (and Christmas). Some say it’s only for grannies, but I like it. Maybe I am a granny too. :P
Ingredients
1 can (11.5 fl. oz.) evaporated milk (7,5 % fat)*
8 medium very fresh egg yolks
1 tsp. vanilla extract*
2 cups (250g) confectioners’ sugar
1 cup (240ml) white or dark rum
Instructions
1. Add all ingredients to a heatproof bowl* and place that on a saucepan with simmering water – the bowl should not touch the water.
2. Heat the mixture while whisking constantly (e.g. with a simple whisk*) until nicely thickened and creamy – this takes about 6-8 minutes.
3. Pour the still warm Eierlikör into a clean bottle (approx. 33 fl. oz./1 liter) using a funnel* and store in the fridge – the Eierlikör should be good to use for up to a month when all tools and the bottle are really clean.
Notes
If you have a food processor with cooking function* (e.g. KitchenAid also got a heating bowl accessory*), you can set the appliance to a temperature of 60°C (140°F) and then let the machine run for 6-8 minutes (heating & slow mixing) once the temperature has been reached.