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Homemade Vanilla Extract
This recipe for Homemade Vanilla Extract is super simple to make with only 2 ingredients. Make it in batches and store year round for a continuous supply of this flavourful baking staple.
Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 50
Calories: 35 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
American , Canadian
Ingredients
- 10 whole Vanilla Beans split in half lengthwise
- 1 bottle (750ml) alcohol (vodka, rum or bourbon whiskey)
Instructions
- Wash your hands well.
- Open a brand new bottle of alcohol.
- Remove approximately 30 ml of alcohol (to help with the displacement).
- Carefully split the vanilla beans in half lengthwise with a small sharp knife, cutting only to expose the seeds.
- Use a pair of tongs or chopsticks and take the split vanilla beans and place them right into the bottle of alcohol.
- Place the cap back on and give it a few gentle swirls.
- Store in a dark, cool location and give it a shake every few weeks.
- Ready to use at the earliest by 3 months, or wait until 1 year even better flavour.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
35kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Sodium
1mg
(0%)
Potassium
1mg
(0%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 50Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 35kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.