Homemade Vanilla Extract
Homemade vanilla extract couldn’t be simpler. All you need are two ingredients: vodka and vanilla beans. And of course, time. This vanilla extract is delicious, easy and makes the perfect gift.
Servings: 7
Ingredients
- 5 to 6 vanilla beans (from Madagascar, Tahiti or Mexico)
- 8 ounces vodka (or bourbon or rum)
- Bottle
- Funnel
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, set over medium-low heat, add the vodka. Warm it up until it’s warm to the touch. No need to take it to a boil. You just want it a bit warm.
- Using a paring knife, split open the vanilla bean pod to expose the beans. Add them to the bottle you’re using.
- Pour the vodka over the beans and close the lid. Label the bottle with the name and date. Store in a dark place. Every few days, in the beginning, you want to give it a shake. After those the first week, you can just give it a shake every week or so.
- Store in a dark cool place and in 6 to 8 months, you’ll have beautiful homemade vanilla extract.
Notes
Equipment:
Bottles | Madagascar Vanilla Beans (Pack of 10) | Madagascar Beans (Pack of 25) | Funnel |
Tips and Tricks:
- Jars - You can use a big mason jar and just double or triple the recipe if you like. I I found these jars to be great with an attached lid.
- Funnel - I find funnels to be a super useful thing to have in the kitchen. I've had these for a few years and they come in handy!
Nutrition
Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 0.3mg | Potassium: 0.3mg | Iron: 0.003mg