When it comes to gift giving most of us are at a loss with what to buy… that’s when the idea of making your presents… presents itself. Truth be told, the concept of edible gifts comes easier to some than others but now, thanks to culinary artist Heather Chase – we’ve got a recipe for Homemade Vanilla Extract that’s both simple to make and sensational to give.
Thanks for sharing Ms.C – we’re grateful to ya!
Homemade Vanilla Extract Ingredients
2 to 3 Madagascar vanilla beans (pods)
1 cup vodka (you can also try rum or bourbon)
Method for Homemade Vanilla Extract
You can find vanilla beans in most grocery stores or from your favorite spice shop. Look for dark, supple, oily beans.
Make sure the jar you use is super clean…you don’t want other flavors latching on.
Using a sharp knife, score half-inch from the top to half-inch from the bottom of the vanilla bean but do not cut through.
Place scored beans into a jar and top with vodka, ensuring beans are submerged.
Place in a cool, dark place for one month, shaking it once a week.
When you use it, just remember to top it off with more vodka.

Serving + Tips
The Culinary Chase’s Note: The extract can be stored for up to one year but replace the vanilla beans 3 to 6 months as they tend to lose their flavor. Don’t discard the old beans. Use them to flavour sugar. Wrap this up and give it to your baking buddies. Enjoy!
Find Heather Chase online at her website at theculinarychase.com, on Instagram and on Pinterest too.



















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