How to Make Vanilla Extract

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Delicious homemade vanilla extract recipe with just two ingredients! You can learn how to make vanilla extract at home -- save money and add so much amazing flavor to your baked goods. Plus, it's perfect for gifts!

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Once you start making your own vanilla, you'll never go back to store-bought. It's so easy and SO good!

How to Make Vanilla Extract in 6 Steps

01 Gather ingredients and tools 02 Slice vanilla beans 03 Add in your spirit 04 Wait for your vanilla to infuse 05 Enjoy! 06 Replenish spirit as needed!

Gather ingredients

01 You'll need 5-6 Grade B vanilla bean pods - here are the ones I use ! You'll also need a spirit like vodka, bourbon or rum -- at least 80 proof. You'll also want a glass jar or bottle with an airtight lid.

Slice your vanilla bean pods lengthwise

02 This step allows the vanilla beans to be extracted more easily. Also cut the bean pods crosswise if needed for them to submerge in the alcohol.

Add in your alcohol

03 Make sure it covers your vanilla beans. Shake it well and place it in a cool place. Learn About Flour

Now we wait!

04 Shake the container regularly. Your vanilla extract should be ready in 3-6 months. The longer it sits, the better it'll taste.

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05 Use the same way you'd use store-bought vanilla extract! The vanilla flavor will be incredible!

Replenish alcohol as needed

06 Add in alcohol as you use the vanilla extract. After a year, replace the beans with new ones and keep going!

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