Authentic Cuban Creme de Vie Recipe

Creme de Vie, meaning 'Cream of Life' in Spanish, is a traditional Cuban holiday drink that brings joy and warmth to any gathering. This velvety and sweet concoction is akin to eggnog but with a delightful Cuban twist. Made with ingredients like sweetened condensed milk, rum, and hints of vanilla and cinnamon, this homemade Creme de Vie recipe captures the true essence of Cuban flavors. Whip up a batch of this authentic Cuban delight and savor the richness it brings to your celebrations!

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup rum (Cuban rum preferred)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Separate the egg yolks from the whites.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg yolks until creamy.
3. Gradually add the sweetened condensed milk while continuing to beat until well combined.
4. Stir in the rum, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.
5. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
6. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the creamy mixture.
7. Pour the mixture into sterilized glass bottles or jars.
8. Seal the bottles tightly and store in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours.
9. Serve chilled in small glasses or shot glasses, garnishing with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top.

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