Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Homemade Vanilla Extract


My mom made homemade vanilla extract for Christmas presents this year, and I fell in love with them! What a great idea for gifts! I was thinking that  it would be a cute party favor idea. It's really easy to make and you will impress all your friends!

HOMEMADE VANILLA EXTRACT:


3 vanilla beans, split in half with the ends still attached
1 cup vodka
glass jar with tight fitting lid
In a small saucepan over medium flame, heat vodka. Place split vanilla beans in a jar with a tight fitting lid and pour heated vodka over to cover.  Allow to cool completely before putting the lid on.  Screw on lid and store in a dark, cool place for 8 weeks (give jar a shake every week). Mixture will get darker and darker over time.

Why not give it a go!
-Bethany 

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