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Vanilla beans and brown bottles on cutting board with green and white striped towel.

Homemade Vanilla Extract

Do you dream of having a pantry stocked with the most delicious, homemade pantry staples? Vanilla extract is the perfect place to start, and with just two ingredients and some patience, you can whip up a batch of homemade extract for all your baking recipes. 
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Extraction Time 182 days
Total Time 182 days 15 minutes
Course Pantry Staple
Cuisine International
Servings 768 teaspoons
Calories 13 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 80 vanilla beans any type
  • 1 gallon vodka or other 80 proof alcohol

Instructions
 

  • Split the vanilla beans in half lengthwise, leaving about an inch intact at the end.
  • Place beans in glass jar with lid.
  • Pour vodka over the beans to cover.
  • Let sit in a cool, dark place for 4 to 6 months, shaking about once a week.
  • Strain through cheesecloth or coffee filter. (This step is optional).
  • Put in dark colored bottles. Label and date. Store in a cool, dark place.

Nutrition

Serving: 1teaspoonCalories: 13kcalCarbohydrates: 0.1gFat: 0.1gSodium: 0.05mgPotassium: 0.05mg
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