Homemade Vanilla Extract Recipe
Homemade natural vanilla extract with only two ingredients. Its amazing and fragrant for baking, cooking, or coffee.
Servings: 8 oz
Calories: 6kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 oz organic or non-GMO alcohol (spiced rum, brandy, bourbon, or 80-proof vodka)
- 7-8 vanilla beans
Instructions
- Slice vanilla beans in half lengthwise with a sharp knife to reveal the inside of the vanilla pods. Cut if needed to make them fit into your jar.
- Place the split beans in a tall glass jar. A reused maple syrup glass bottle or a mason jar both work.
- Pour the alcohol of choice over the beans.
- Cap tightly and shake gently.
- Store in a cool, dark place for at least a month, shaking occasionally. I prefer to leave 2-3 months for better flavor. For an even stronger version, let it infuse for 12 months.
Notes
- I use my vanilla extract straight from the jar and just replenish the alcohol as I go. You can continue using the same vanilla beans until you notice the extract losing its flavor.
- If you need a sweeter vanilla extract for a recipe, just add a little raw honey or maple syrup for a corn syrup and refined sugar free option.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5tsp | Calories: 6kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.3g