Vanilla Extract

For preparing desserts, we often need vanilla extract or aroma. So that in the future you wont be frantically running around stores looking for these essential ingredients, we offer an excellent solution – prepare your own vanilla extract in advance and everything will be easier!

Details

  • Preparation Time: 5 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 0 minutes
  • Difficulty: 1
  • Spiciness: 0
  • Number of Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 3 pods Vanilla, extract, natural

  • 3 dl Alcohol, Vodka

Steps

  1. Split the vanilla beans lengthwise with a sharp knife. Place them in a clean bottle and fill it to the top with alcohol. Seal the bottle tightly and place it in a dark space.

  2. Shake the jar well once or twice a week. After approximately two months, the vanilla extract is ready to use.

Nutrition Information (Per 100g)

  • Calories: 281.05 kcal
  • Fat: 0 g
    • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6.54 g
    • Sugars: 6.54 g
  • Protein: 0 g
  • Fiber: 0 g

Advice

Instead of vodka, you can use rum. Store vanilla extract in a dark place. When you use about half of the extract, top it up with the missing alcohol. Also, add vanilla beans as needed.