Homemade vanilla extract is both delicious and easy to make; it’s one of my absolute favorites. It can also be used to make an amazing simple syrup to douse on your torted cake layers; once you try making your own vanilla extract you will never go back to store bought.
If you are making this for everyday use than the vodka version works perfect; however, if you want to make it a little bit more special, try using brandy or rum version. It works great as a holiday present as well; after the month fermentation you can divide it into smaller decorative bottles and give as a unique and Homemade vanilla extract is both delicious and easy to make; it’s one of my absolute favorites. It can also be used to make an absolutely amazing simple syrup, once you try making your own vanilla extract you will never go back to store bought. If you are making this for everyday use than the vodka version works perfect; however, if you want to make it a little bit more special than the brandy or rum version works great. It works great as a holiday present as well; after the month fermentation you can divide it into smaller decorative bottles and give as a unique gift.
Ingredients
Instructions 1. Split each vanilla bean in half lengthwise. 2. Place the vanilla beans in a clean jar or bottle. Cover them with alcohol, making sure they are completely submerged. Cover the jar or bottle and give it a good shake. *be sure to sterilize the jar as if you were canning. 3. Store the jar or bottle of vanilla beans in a cool, dark place for at least one month, shaking it from time to time. 4. You may wish to remove the vanilla pods and decant the extract into a pretty bottle. If you want to remove the vanilla bean then strain through a coffee filter; although, I don’t recommend that as the beans hold a lot of flavor. gift.
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AuthorI have been caking for just about three years now and have learned so much. Through this blog I am hoping to inspire and share my passion for the artistry of cake design. Archives
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