Homemade Vanilla Extract
Turn your baking dreams into reality with this simple yet luxurious Homemade Vanilla Extract recipe. Crafted with just two ingredients—fragrant whole vanilla beans and smooth vodka—this DIY extract delivers unmatched depth and richness to your desserts, beverages, and more. In just 10 minutes of preparation, you’ll set the stage for a pantry staple that intensifies over time, rewarding your patience with bold, aromatic flavors. Store your extract in a cool, dark place for at least two months, shaking it weekly to coax out the essence of the vanilla. Perfect for bakers and culinary enthusiasts alike, this homemade extract is not only cost-effective but also free of artificial additives, making it a thoughtful gift or a treasured addition to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 whole Vanilla beans
- 1 cup Vodka
Instructions
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each vanilla bean lengthwise to expose the seeds inside. If desired, you can cut the beans into smaller pieces for easier storage in the container.
Place the sliced vanilla beans into a clean glass jar or bottle with a tight-fitting lid. A jar that holds at least 8 ounces is recommended.
Pour the vodka over the vanilla beans, making sure they are fully submerged. If needed, gently press the beans down into the liquid.
Seal the jar tightly with the lid and give it a gentle shake to help distribute the vanilla flavor.
Store the jar in a cool, dark place for a minimum of 2 months, shaking it once a week to mix the flavors. The longer you let it steep, the more intense the vanilla flavor will become.
After 2 to 6 months, the vanilla extract is ready to use. Optionally, you can strain the extract to remove the vanilla beans, or leave them in for continued flavor infusion.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 35 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
