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Homemade Vanilla Extract

Homemade Vanilla Extract

Learn how to make your own vanilla extract at home with a flavor that bares no comparison to any other extract that you can buy at the store!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Maturation time 90 days
Total Time 90 days 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 5-10 vanilla beans (split lengtwise)
  • 10 oz. alcohol (or as needed)
  • 1 glass bottle

Instructions
 

  • Place the beans and alcohol in a glass bottle.
  • Seal the bottle and let the extract infuse for a minimum of 3 months before use.

Notes

Keep in mind that as you use the extract, you can still add more beans and fill the bottle back with alcohol from time to time.