Make Your Own Vanilla Extract!

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 11

Make Your Own Vanilla Extract! A simple and easy recipe to make your own high-quality vanilla extract with only 3 ingredients

by The Chefin Recipe

Prep

30 min

Cook

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Ready In

2 months

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 pint vodka
	4 vanilla beans
	2 -3 tablespoons light corn syrup ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

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Calories

n/a

Sugar

n/a

Fat

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If you love to bake, you know how important vanilla extract is in many recipes. But did you know that you can make your own high-quality vanilla extract at home with only 3 ingredients? This recipe for Make Your Own Vanilla Extract is easy to follow and requires only a few simple steps. All you need is vodka, vanilla beans, and light corn syrup (optional). This vanilla extract has a rich and deep flavor that is much better than store-bought extracts. Plus, it's affordable and you can control the quality of the ingredients.

Instructions

1.	Cut the vanilla beans into small pieces and add them to the vodka in a clean jar.
2.	Close the jar tightly and shake it well.
3.	Store the jar in a cool and dry place for 2 months.
4.	After 2 months, strain the vanilla extract through a cheesecloth or a coffee filter.
5.	You can add 2-3 tablespoons of light corn syrup to your extract to sweeten it, if desired.

PROS

Making your own vanilla extract is easy and affordable, and it allows you to control the quality of the ingredients.

This vanilla extract has a rich and deep flavor, and it can be used in many recipes such as cakes, cookies, and ice cream.

It also makes a great DIY gift for your foodie friends and family.

CONS

The process of making vanilla extract takes time, and you need to wait for at least 2 months before you can use it.

The quality of the vanilla beans you use will affect the final flavor of your extract.

This extract may contain a small amount of alcohol, which may not be suitable for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Vanilla extract is a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals.
It may also have some anti-inflammatory properties, and it can help improve mental health by reducing stress and anxiety.