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Homemade Vanilla Extract
Learn how to make vanilla extract at home. Making homemade vanilla extract only takes 2 ingredients and 4 steps. It's easy to make and tastes amazing!
Prep Time
10 mins
Additional Time
56 d
Total Time
56 d 10 mins
Servings: 48
Calories: 13 kcal
Course:
Condiments , Baked Goods
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 6 Native Vanilla Extract Vanilla Beans
- 1 cup vodka
- 1 8 ounce glass bottle or jar
Instructions
- Thoroughly clean or sterilize your glass container.
- Split the vanilla beans in half lengthwise to exposure the beans. Place the beans in the bottle or jar. You can cut the beans in half or thirds to get them to fit if needed.
- Add the vodka to the bottle or jar and use a funnel if needed.
- Allow the vanilla extract to sit in a cool dark place for a minimum of 8 weeks until the vodka changes to a golden brown color.
- Wait for 3 months before use for the best results.
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Nutrition Information
Calories
13kcal
(1%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Sodium
1mg
(0%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 48Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 13
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 13kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.