Homemade Vanilla Extract

Make your own vanilla extract with just vanilla beans and alcohol! This simple recipe infuses a rich, deep vanilla aroma into desserts, baking creations, and drinks. It’s a long-lasting pantry essential and a thoughtful gift from your kitchen to share with friends and family.

Homemade Vanilla Extract /// Selbstgemachter Vanilleextrakt
Ingredients:
  • 300 ml Vodka
  • 3 vanilla beans
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Directions:

1. Prepare the Vanilla Beans: Split the vanilla beans lengthwise to expose the seeds inside.

2. Combine with Alcohol: Place the split vanilla beans into a sterilized glass bottle or jar. Pour the vodka over the beans, ensuring they are fully submerged.

3. Seal and Store: Seal the container tightly and store it in a cool, dark place. Let the mixture infuse for at least 6 to 8 weeks. Shake the bottle gently once a week to mix the flavors.

4. Use or Store: After 6-8 weeks, the extract will be ready to use. You can leave the vanilla beans in the extract for a stronger flavor over time. Transfer the extract into small bottles for gifting, or keep it in your kitchen for regular use.

Some Recipe Tips:

Choose High-Quality Beans: Use fresh, plump vanilla beans for the best flavor. Look for Madagascar or Bourbon vanilla beans, known for their rich, sweet aroma.

Experiment with Different Alcohols: While vodka is the traditional choice, you can also use rum, bourbon, or brandy to create unique flavor profiles.

Be Patient: Vanilla extract develops a more complex flavor over time. If possible, let it sit for a few extra weeks for an even richer taste.

Reuse Your Vanilla Beans: When your extract is used up, you can top off the container with more alcohol for a second, milder batch, or use the beans to make vanilla bean paste for baking and desserts.

Store Properly: Keep your extract in a cool, dark place to maintain its flavor and aroma. A well-made extract can last for years!

Homemade Vanilla Extract

Course: Food Preservation, Vanilla, Baking & DessertsCuisine: European, InternationalDifficulty: Easy
Servings

1x 300 ml

glas bottle
Prep time

5

minutes
Infusion Time

6-8

weeks

Make your own vanilla extract with just vanilla beans and alcohol! This simple recipe infuses a rich, deep vanilla aroma into desserts, baking creations, and drinks. It’s a long-lasting pantry essential and a thoughtful gift from your kitchen to share with friends and family.

Ingredients

  • 300 ml Vodka

  • 3 vanilla beans

Directions

  • Prepare the Vanilla Beans: Split the vanilla beans lengthwise to expose the seeds inside.

  • Combine with Alcohol: Place the split vanilla beans into a sterilized glass bottle or jar. Pour the vodka over the beans, ensuring they are fully submerged.

  • Seal and Store: Seal the container tightly and store it in a cool, dark place. Let the mixture infuse for at least 6 to 8 weeks. Shake the bottle gently once a week to mix the flavors.

  • Use or Store:
    After 6-8 weeks, the extract will be ready to use. You can leave the vanilla beans in the extract for a stronger flavor over time. Transfer the extract into small bottles for gifting, or keep it in your kitchen for regular use.

Notes

  • Choose High-Quality Beans: Use fresh, plump vanilla beans for the best flavor. Look for Madagascar or Bourbon vanilla beans, known for their rich, sweet aroma.
  • Experiment with Different Alcohols: While vodka is the traditional choice, you can also use rum, bourbon, or brandy to create unique flavor profiles.
  • Be Patient: Vanilla extract develops a more complex flavor over time. If possible, let it sit for a few extra weeks for an even richer taste.
  • Reuse Your Vanilla Beans: When your extract is used up, you can top off the container with more alcohol for a second, milder batch, or use the beans to make vanilla bean paste for baking and desserts.
  • Store Properly: Keep your extract in a cool, dark place to maintain its flavor and aroma. A well-made extract can last for years!

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