Kittencal's Homemade Vanilla

Elevate your baking and cooking with Kittencal's Homemade Vanilla, a simple yet luxurious recipe for crafting your own pure vanilla extract. Using just two ingredients—six rich, aromatic vanilla beans and smooth 80-proof vodka—this recipe transforms minimal effort into a kitchen staple that will last indefinitely. With only 10 minutes of prep time, you'll split and steep the vanilla beans in vodka, letting nature work its magic for at least six weeks. The result is a deeply flavorful, aromatic vanilla extract perfect for enhancing cakes, cookies, desserts, and even savory dishes. Whether left unstrained for an ongoing infusion or transferred to decorative bottles for gifting, this homemade vanilla is a delicious and thoughtful addition to any pantry. Say goodbye to store-bought extracts and revel in the rewarding simplicity of this DIY treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 6 whole Vanilla beans
• 2 cups Vodka (80 proof)

Directions

Step 1

Split the vanilla beans lengthwise with a sharp knife, leaving about 1 inch of the bean intact at one end.

Step 2

Place the split beans into a clean glass jar or bottle with an airtight lid (a 16-ounce jar works well).

Step 3

Pour the vodka over the beans, ensuring they are completely submerged.

Step 4

Seal the jar tightly and gently shake it to combine.

Step 5

Store the jar in a cool, dark place for at least 6 weeks, shaking it gently once a week to help release the vanilla flavor.

Step 6

After 6-8 weeks, the vanilla extract is ready to use. If desired, strain out the beans for a clear extract, or leave them in for a more intense flavor that develops over time.

Step 7

Transfer the vanilla extract to smaller bottles for gifting, or keep it stored in the original jar for personal use. The extract can last indefinitely with proper storage!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(502.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1149.8

Total Fat 0.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 0.6g
Protein 0.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 6mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 36mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.3%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 60.6%