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Split vanilla beans and soak them patiently in vodka today. Shake jar weekly like unpaid therapy there. Wait for rich aroma, then use everywhere happily. Freeze extras never needed honestly. Serve in cakes, coffee, frosting, and smug calm energy right now dear friend please add more words five six
Vanilla Concentrate Recipe
This vanilla concentrate is rich, fragrant, and perfect for baking, coffee, or frosting. Make one jar now, then feel superior every time a recipe needs vanilla.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Glass Jar
- knife
- funnel
- Measuring cup
- Freezer
- Scoop
- Tray
- Pantry
Ingredients
Vanilla Base
- 8 vanilla beans split lengthwise
- 1 cup vodka or food grade glycerin
Optional Flavor Additions
- 1 cinnamon stick optional
- 1 tsp maple syrup optional
Instructions
- Slice vanilla beans lengthwise to expose the seeds.
- Place beans into a clean glass jar.
- Pour vodka or glycerin over beans until fully submerged.
- Add optional cinnamon stick or maple syrup if desired.
- Seal jar tightly and shake well.
- Store in a cool dark place for 8 weeks.
- Shake jar once weekly while flavor develops.
- Use 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon as recipes require.
Notes
For softer flavor, infuse 6 weeks. For stronger flavor, infuse 12 weeks or longer. No freezing needed, but beans can be stored frozen before use. Keep beans submerged for best extraction. Add citrus peel or espresso beans for flavor customization. Store sealed in a dark cabinet up to one year.
