Homemade Vanilla Extract

Try making this easy and fragrant Homemade Vanilla Extract, and you will never return to store-bought vanilla extracts.

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Prep Time 10

Course Dessert, Extracts,, Homemade Vanilla Extract, Vanilla Extract

Cuisine American

Calories 141 kcal

Use a jar that fits the vanilla beans and vodka to submerge all the beans in the liquid. Clean and dry the jar.
1 Glass jar
Use a sharp knife and cut the side of each bean lengthwise. Scrape a couple of beans and add their seeds to the jar. You can also cut the beans into small pieces, about two inches.
12 Vanilla Pods
Pour the alcohol of your choice over the beans and ensure the liquid covers all the beans. Shake the jar, label it with the date and the grade of vanilla you used and keep it in a cool and dark place.
2 cups Vodka, Brandy or Bourbon
Shake the jar every day, and you will notice the vodka becomes darker into a brown colour. The vanilla flavour starts manifesting after a month; however, the best result is achieved around six months.
When the Homemade Vanilla Extract is ready, pour about 120ml through a coffee filter to remove the seeds and use it for everyday baking. Add more vodka to the jar as the liquid goes down, and if the extract starts losing its intensity, add a few vanilla beans.

Calories: 141kcalCarbohydrates: 15gFat: 9g

Keyword Homemade Vanilla Extract

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