Homemade Vanilla Extract

Total Time:Prep: 5 min. + standing

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Becky Jo Smith, Kettle Falls, Washington

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Dec. 08, 2023

Homemade vanilla is fun to give in decorative bottles with attractive labels. Share it with special friends who like to cook or bake. —Becky Jo Smith, Kettle Falls, Washington

TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Homemade Vanilla Extract

Yield:2 cups
Prep:5 min

Ingredients

  • 6 vanilla beans, split lengthwise
  • 2 cups vodka
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Directions

  1. Place vanilla beans in a tall jar; cover with vodka. Seal jar tightly. Let stand in a cool dark place at least 6 weeks, gently shaking jar once a week.