Arlene's Homemade Vanilla Extract

Do you often use pure vanilla extract such as McCormick's when baking? Try Arlene's Homemade Vanilla Extract recipe and make your very own vanilla for all your baking needs. All you need is vodka and vanilla beans to make homemade vanilla extract. Let the vanilla beans infuse the alcohol until it develops a dark color and deep flavor. The longer this extract sits the better! This copycat recipe for homemade pure vanilla extract will save you some money and could be a great holiday gift. Just pour the infused extract into nice jars or bottles and see how impressed your friends and family will be when they open this homemade gift.

Notes

• If you like this recipe, be sure to check out our full collection of 9 Easy Baking Recipes for Homemade Ingredients!


• Here is an easy video tutorial for how to make vanilla extract: