Homemade Vanilla Extract

Name: Homemade Vanilla Extract
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 200ml bottle
Ingredients: 15g whole vanilla pods; 200 millilitre vodka

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Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings
1 200ml bottle
Calories
176 kcal
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
International

Homemade Vanilla Extract

Damien Carter

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We're here to persuade you to give homemade vanilla extract a shot. If you're a fan of vanilla and prefer top-notch quality but flinch at the price tag, this recipe is tailor-made for you. Just two simple ingredients and a pinch of patience are all it takes. The end result is absolutely worth your time and initial investment.

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Ingredients

Servings

15g whole vanilla pods Or approximately 5x plump vanilla pods (½ ounce)
200 millilitre vodka

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Instructions

First, ensure your bottles are clean and dry.
Weigh out the required amount of vanilla pods you will need.
Split each vanilla pod in half lengthwise with a pair of kitchen scissors or a sharp-tipped knife. If they're too long for the bottle, you can cut them in half crosswise too.You don't have to slice the pods all the way through, it's fine to leave one end intact for easier handling.
Push the pods into the bottle.Ensure the pods are deep enough inside the bottle to be fully covered with the vodka once you add it. If they look too long, remove them and cut them shorter or fold them in half.
Use a funnel or a jug to fill the bottle with vodka until the pods are completely covered. It's a good idea to leave some space at the top of the bottle to allow for shaking.
Seal the bottle tightly and shake it well.
Store the extract in a cool, dark place like a kitchen cupboard. Give it a good shake once a week and let it mature for at least 4 months, ideally a year.
When making multiple bottles or starting a rotation, it's a smart move to label each bottle with the date.