Homemade Vanilla Extract (Edible Gifts) - Laura Vitale - Laura in the Kitchen Episode 993

[@LauraintheKitchen]

Hi lovies, I just wanted to answer this question because i see it has been asked a ton in the comments below. Unfortunately there is no substitute for the alcohol, you need it to preserve the vanilla beans so therefore it's an absolute must here! But do keep in mind that every vanilla extract you buy also contains alcohol so there is no difference. Also it's good to remember that this is not for drinking, it's used in baking and at most, you will use about 1 tablespoon for an entire recipe so it's totally safe for anyone to eat. Hope this helps!

[@kellyy8186]

Hi Laura could you please tell me where my book plate is as I still have not received it :( X

[@famineinfernal1]

hello there Ms. Vitale, I was wondering if you knew what Coquito is and if you've ever made some? if yes, I would love to see you doing some of it. if not the I suggest you try it, it's delicious and sweet, of course that's if you want. Also love your show.

[@a.k.slzr5]

+Laura in the Kitchen Hi Laura! could you tell us where you recommend to get Vanilla Beans from?

[@famineinfernal1]

+Jose Cintron that helps a lot thanks mate and we'll I have lots of time Christmas for us ends in January 6 or so since we also celebrate the three mage kings day or los Reyes Magos which is exactly that day too (January 6th). I've never done it before either so yeah it might be a hassle but it will be fun. thanks again :)

[@JonathanMWick]

+Laura in the Kitchen Heyy Laura! I would love to see your traditional way of making a candy cane sponge cake! low on calories great for us adults but also still sweet and savory for the children! thank you! :)

[@shelly420]

I've been making & giving away homemade vanilla for years. People absolutely love it. I make mine with vodka, but also with about a tablespoon of dark rum just for some added flavor.

[@jhenry9486]

Where do you purchase your vanilla beans? I just saw a couple of online companies and they are very expensive.

[@christinaferreira9410]

Jessica Henry I know! Kept me from Trying this, just got some from Costco for 16.00

[@phillipschmidtpottery]

@@jhenry9486 yes but you can make a ton of vanilla with the beans, it ends up being very cost effective if you bake a lot.

[@philbe8843]

I like to have my Vanilla extract sit for 6 months before using. Such a deeper color and flavor.

[@VlogHarianku100]

I sell Vanilla Plani, at a low price of only 190 Usd / kg for size 13 cm _16 cm up. Cheaper price for Gourmet 17 cm long size up only 270 Usd / kg. Whatsapp [phone]

[@georgiaowen2469]

Or a year to not have alcohol taste

[@andrrrrew]

Laura thank you so much! I live in Greece and vanilla extract is extremely expensive but vanilla seeds are pretty affordable. Thank you!!

[@DoItOnaDime]

Love this! Thanks, Laura!

[@annecatharina5193]

Wow Laura, only seven recipes away from a thousand episodes! That is amazing! I've been watching and cooking your recipes for over four years now.. Thank you for all the time , joy and yummyness you gave to us!

[@ednasole854]

I've had mine on the go for 5 years it's great just keep refilling leave the pods in

[@michellesunshinestar]

I got your cook book for my 36th birthday, technically tomorrow, but we celebrated it today. There were 14 of us, my dad's side of the family. I asked my aunt to get it for me. She also loves to cook (I'm learning, mostly because of youtube, and I have a collection of about 15 cook books, and some binders. She gave me my grandma's recipe for cheesy potatoes (similar to funeral potatoes. But what was special my grandma hand wrote notes in it. I loved my grandma. She passed away 10 years ago? I never thought to make vanilla extract for gifts. I love your cook book already. People loved to look through it. Maybe some others will buy your cook book. What I love about KZbin is you can see people cooking the actual recipe.

[@InTheKitchenWithJohnny]

For me every dessert deserves some vanilla extract. Those look wonderful!

[@cornishcoves9399]

wow; this is wonderful because Laura actually gives the values (2oz liquor per 1 vanilla bean)...some of the other professional chefs here have not provided the ratios & time to age the solution...THANK YOU! and your jars are lovely for gifts also. ♥♥♥

[@genskitchenmagic2957]

Beans vary in size and weight. You need 1 OUNCE of beans per cup of alcohol. That's usually about 10 beans. A far cry from 1 bean per 2 oz.

[@mariarobles8346]

Love your show. Thank you, for showing : how to make homemade vanilla extracts etc. please me how to make other extract (mint, orange/lemon). I would to be in list for the holiday basket as well. Enjoyed every moment you proceed with you demonstration on food cooking. Your lovely and very professional . You have a beautiful family. Your daughter is lovely too. Thank you again.

[@brynncarlson6960]

Can you make vanilla bean paste??

[@matt7981]

yaaaaaaaaaas

[@brittanyshooz]

I would love to see a recipe for that!!

[@willydawgs]

+B C I'd love to see that, too!

[@kayaachkar1823]

Yesssss

[@christeenjubran7893]

I don't think vanilla bean paste can be made at home

[@juli2mada]

I’m from Madagascar and always get excited when people use our vanilla. Thanks Laura!

[@snaggleclaw]

I'd like to see more how-to's on other extracts!!! Almond, Lemon, Peppermint, etc.

[@scarlettromero4370]

I've had mine steeping for the past couple months. it's so dark and fragrant. also made a vanilla bean paste with vanilla beans and agave syrup. so good and you let that steep for a couple weeks in an air right jar. great for baking! I find that if I use the extract, I'll add one more vanilla bean and a lil more vodka if I seem to be running a little low.

[@mummywrightify]

Thanks, I just ordered my vanilla pods, cant wait to get these made for my friends and family xx

[@Juschillin2024]

I made this and used it for the holidays! It was amazing! Thank you!

[@vanessadeleon4293]

I love every edible idea you just said

[@chanelbag2500]

Thank you for being straight to the point

[@willydawgs]

I'd love to see a "go-to" steak seasoning rub or chicken rub that can be jarred up and given as a gift.

[@rebecaluisacevedo1135]

Great idea. Not just for the holidays. Like it.

[@Irisviol]

Love the idea of edible gifts!!!! Some kind of cupcake mix of cake in a jar would be beautiful too. Thanks for the recipe!!

[@ScreenQueen813]

+iris c viol - I agree, also homemade chocolate powder mix (for hot chocolate), might be a safer choice in case they don't bake or have the time to...

[@theedgeofoblivious]

I really like the idea of edible gifts and ingredients like this. Thanks for posting this.

[@TreatFactory]

Never thought about making my own vanilla extract, such a great idea!

[@stephaniehuff5228]

This is a wonderful recipe! I had to make some homemade vanilla extract awhile back and I used potato vodka because of my corn sensitivities and you can't even taste the alcohol in the finished product! It's wonderful!

[@KissTheR1an]

"Edible" gift is what I called a truly gift, I am just saying. 😂😂😂

[@gwenwilley5184]

After making and waiting 6 weeks I poured off vanilla and put in gift bottles and reused beans a second time leaving covered in vodka second time 3 months. Just as flavourful and aromatic second time round!

[@xroseimogen]

Some kind of homemade cookie or fudge or candy gift would be amazing!

[@AngelicaRodriguez-dq3kz]

all those gift baskets ideas would be helpful Laura!!! thanks your so awesome!!!

[@honeymaruri7960]

Couple questions laura, 1. After you finish using the homemade vanilla extract can you refill again with alcohol? 2. What is the shell life? Oh and last can you make it with coconut rum? Thanks

[@jennycull1061]

Yes you can refill. It'll last forever.

[@Chester0619]

All of it, I want to see you make all of it. ❤️ I love these type of videos.

[@MaManda54201]

I'd love to see a holiday chex mix recipe!

[@avauinc]

Thank you Laura, I was hunting for a delicious and easy recipe on youtube to use up my leftover bread and apples before they go rotten on me. On your "Overnight Pumpkin French Toast" video, you've mentioned "your own homemade vanilla extract" when you added vanilla to that recipe. So I paused that video & got right on KZbin and searched if you have a video on how to make vanilla extract, and here you are, thank you. I need to know this, because vanilla extract is getting pricey and pricey and with one bottle of vodka and few vanilla beans I can make bunches for my kitchen. Thank you thank you thank you. I love your videos, thanks for sharing with us.

[@carmina1193]

Is there any substitute for alcohol ?

[@susanreedy29]

food grade vegetable glycerin

[@abukh86]

+Erica C It doesn't all bake off. I forgot where I read it but it was an FDA study or something.

[@dogmom007]

+Hkuba Well, let's just say what you are correct. The amount your use is only a teaspoon, say half of it evaporates. The cake you bake has half tea spoon left, and you eat a slice of that cake. To that ratio, you arr consuming a trivial amount. I am a non drinker myself and was worried about putting alcohol in my cooking too so I tested in my cooking and found that I have nothing to concern about. :-)

[@chrisaffambi127]

when the vanilla beans ferment, it will produce alcohol on its own

[@khaoulachatt7703]

+susanreedy29 thank you for the answer ! usually muslim people don’t use alcohol at all ! no drinking and no cooking with it too

[@RICHROOFER1]

this time of year,soups and comfort meals sound great plus your getting the bennefit of the heat from cooking and a good meal

[@emilyyoung2143]

I have to make my own vanilla extract because I can't have corn (I buy corn free vodka) and people are always so surprised that it's so easy to make. I always have a couple of huge bottles just hanging around. You should definitely wait longer than 3-4 weeks though.This probably would have been a better video a month ago. Also, if you're looking for vanilla beans for extract, look for grade b or extract beans. They're cheaper and better for extract making.

[@georgiaowen2469]

I order beans through a co-op and a year is highly recommended. Never ready before at least 6 months, to alleviate alcohol taste. 2-3 weeks is confusing for me.

[@roxanapintilie6395]

Alcohol is used for extracting the aroma from the vanilla pods and for preserving/ conserving. This way can be stored for up to a year. it should be kept in a darker place. It is used as flavor for desserts and you put a small amout, like 1 tablespoon or so to a whole batch, so there is no way to get drunk from that. Not to mention the alcohol will go off while baking. Either way, that amount of alcohol is not bad for the body; it's actually better than some other strange stuff used for extrats. Thank you for the great recipe, Laura!

[@Poonamsmartkitchen]

Very nice 👌

[@mubarakkaz617]

last year I made this... but I waited for 4 months to extract completely nd yes, it amazing...

[@sx3todd]

I'm a 22 year old male who had absolutely no clue what to give my family this Christmas (also, my uncle and his fam just moved to the states from another country). Now because of this vid, I know what I'll be gifting my mom, aunt-in-law, and a friend in 3 weeks. This will save me a lot of money compared to how much I spent last year. Thanks Laura!

[@Ahsao]

Hi, I'm assuming that u strain it afterwards, or do the beans dissolve?

[@dawnmarie3120]

Ahsao That's a personal choice. I usually strain the mixture, but you don't need to. I save the strained pods and seeds and mix them into sugar after making vanilla extract making vanilla flavored sugar.

[@MsChucklebunny]

I would love to see soup mixes and also biscotti recipes please!!

[@leolynmadigan715]

OK. home made seasoning such as taco, chili, garam masalla, Italian seasoning, meat rubs. Things that can be given by packet or small jars. :-)

[@fidanabdulla2973]

Dear Laura! This year for NY and for the Christmas holidays I decided to give for my family/friends edible gifts, so I was thinking only about gingerbread cookies, just because I wanted to make something that I could bring with me in the box in a long distance. So if its possible to show us something (ofc you make it easy;)) that I can make at the last or maybe not to spend so much time for making it and bring with me to another country and ofc edible gifts! Thank you!

[@larryblahnik]

Do you ever need to discard the beans? That is, can they spoil once the alcohol drops below their level?

[@adm6785]

I've used the same beans for 7 years, but added mine whole (no cutting.) Not sure if that makes a difference or not. Either way, I'd keep adding vodka until it doesn't work any more. Another thing I do differently is I use a half gallon size mason jar, then decant it into smaller jars for gift giving. This way, your friends have to be nice to you for another full year if they want any more. LOL!

[@ac158]

I did that last week but use the sous vide cooker 130 degrees for 8 hours and it smells tastes beautiful it will get much better after time

[@tibermae]

What is a recommended type of vodka for this recipe?

[@darleencarter6988]

How to dry out herbs the best way! By the way you have a lovely smile!

[@linneajansson4026]

How do you store the bottle? In room temperature or in the fridge? xo

[@robinastips6986]

Room temperature.

[@dogmom007]

+Linnea Jansson They say use the dark color bottle. If you don't have a dark bottle, store in a dark room so I store mine in the basement.

[@robinastips6986]

TT R thanks so much

[@linneajansson4026]

Oh okay, thanks!

[@sarahslovely08]

more ideas would be amazing.I think this is a great idea and worth trying.

[@jennas_nails]

great video! how long is this good for?

[@skinnerman100]

Forever

[@JiaKee99]

I've heard people saying they've steeped theirs for at least six months or even a year and it's the best they've ever used, I have two bottles going. One has been steeping for 7.4 weeks while the other has been steeping for nearly four weeks (3.9 to be exact). I want them to become completely black!

[@shachiphene]

is there any expiration date for it?

[@suja5171]

+Shachi Phene its like 3 years i think XD

[@jamie44134]

+Shachi Phene The longer it is stored before using, the better it is. Will last indefinately.

[@jamie44134]

+Shachi Phene The longer it is stored before using, the better it is. Will last indefinately.

[@cynthialoh2364]

everything u mentioned!!!!!!really love all these edible gifts!!! What's not good about it!? it's handmade!!!💗💓

[@teje25]

Could you please show us if you have any more extract recipes, like mint, coffee...etc. ? And maybe other flavouring options like coffee syrup since a lot of ppl are freaking out about the alcohol :) thank you!

[@RanaCh5]

I make my own vanilla extract. 1 vanilla bean for 1/2 cup vodka. Except I scrape the beans and use them for a recipe and thrn use the shell. Its a win-win and that vanilla extract is AMAZING and lasts for a month!

[@mandy9425]

Alcohol is not evil. Live a little, ya'll.

[@goals27]

It's very close to evil though.

[@sweetremission2658]

I love making my own vanilla!! Makes a huge difference!

[@sosueme3778]

Olive oil & Balsamic bottles PLEASE

[@Keepfaith1970]

Just received my bottles and vanilla beans. Yay! So excited!

[@JillValentineStan]

Is there any non-alcoholic alternative?

[@susanreedy29]

yes, you can use food grade vegetable glycerin instead of alcohol. Not sure if the amount used is the same. Google homemade vanilla extract non alcoholic. There are many recipes.

[@christinajenson3642]

Very good recipe and so simple. Thank you!

[@josephmulpeter63]

i don't get what your supposed to do with this? is it a drink or for cooking?

[@LauraintheKitchen]

+Joseph Mulpeter It's for cooking, it's used in a lot of baking recipes!

[@kelseygonzales3816]

+Laura in the Kitchen yayy the more vanilla the better!!!!!

[@josephmulpeter63]

thank you :) i thought it was a drink because of the vodka.

[@josephmulpeter63]

yes i have i was thrown because of the vodka, didnt realise it was vodka in vanilla extract. haha

[@josephmulpeter63]

oh really, you learn something new every day :)

[@LafamiliaBarajas-6]

Laura, in every video you always special me thanks for this wonderful recipe

[@Sochilinda]

I didn't understand very well why is not so great to use bourbon, also what do you mean with 35%-70% vodka prove? I have never drank alcohol so I have no idea about those things you explained. Could you or someone help me to understand? thank you!

[@LauraintheKitchen]

+Sochilinda When you buy alcohol, the bottle will have a Proof written on it if you live in the USA (and some other countries). The proof number is equal to twice the Alcohol by Volume (ABV) in the beverage. So, for example in this recipe it calls for 70 Proof, which is 35% ABV. In many countries, the Proof is not written on the bottle, but the ABV is, so look for either 35% ABV or 70 Proof when making this recipe. Hope this helps! :)

[@baileyharper3444]

The reason why she doesn't suggest using bourbon is because it has a very strong and distinct flavor. It would almost be pointless to use it because it would totally over rule the flavor of the vanilla. But with vodka, you are able to manipulate it a little more since it doesn't have a very distinct flavor. Hope that make sense!

[@teje25]

+Sochilinda the bourbon gives extra flavour so if you make something complex there may be to much flavors.

[@Sochilinda]

Laura in the Kitchen Laura!!! thank you for replying :) I'm still confused but I will go to the store with this response of yours so I can check very carefully while shopping. Thank you for the response and recipe :)

[@Sochilinda]

Bailey Woodard it does! thank you so much :D

[@darafeth]

I'm making two for my brother and dad and i'm super excited! It's been sitting for the last 3 days I can't wait till it's ready!

[@salembintuwalah9248]

Do I have to use alcohol? Because I don't drink at all

[@Amsayy]

Yeah, you have to use alcohol of some sort to make an extract as far as I know. You could maybe try looking for a vanilla syrup recipe to make if you want

[@salembintuwalah9248]

+AmSay8D thank you so much and will the syrup do the same thing?

[@vampiresforestfires]

+Salem Bin Tuwalah The alcohol evaporates when you bake anyway and all that will remain is the vanilla flavor. So basically the vodka is only there to extract the vanilla but whatever you bake won't actually contain alcohol

[@matt7981]

انت يالمسلم يعني ههههههه امزح هههه

[@shma1]

+muath alenzi really^~^

[@michaelgomez782]

Terrific video Laura, I would like to see how coconut extract is made

[@Caillou1703]

Video 993??!!! Are you preparing something special for video 1000 ? Kisses!!

[@Thisisit120]

I want to see videos on all the things you mentioned.Because it’s grate to use during Christmas.

[@Suzanie100]

wow. i didnt know vanilla essense was made with all that alcohol

[@suja5171]

+Suzzie i thought vanilla essence would taste like vanilla ice cream when i was younger and put a whole tablespoon in my mouth. that's the only time i ever tasted alcohol XD

[@Suzanie100]

+Suja Gunasekaran Haha really? Bless ya :D

[@vanialee3743]

Suja it's not in ice cream. vanilla extract is for cakes, cookies, pies, stuff like that

[@razrv3lc]

I've heard of people drinking real vanilla extract lol

[@vanialee3743]

razrv3lc yea if they alcoholics. it's vodka

[@Onekitchenblogfood]

Wonderful looking extract Laura! I use vanilla in almost every dessert I make. Just delicious :-D

[@hollytree2927]

Vanilla extract is vanilla flavored booze? 😳

[@TheOppauer]

thank god its not - Never would use this for baking aus long kids are small. (and no it cant be cooked out entirely thats a myth) Extrakt is made by cooking it long in sugarwater. this gift extrakt is just heavy flavoured vodka.

[@TheOppauer]

thank god its not - Never would use this for baking aus long kids are small. (and no it cant be cooked out entirely thats a myth) Extrakt is made by cooking it long in sugarwater. this gift is just heavy flavoured vodka.

[@TheOppauer]

+Cori Rathje woh - really? thats a really kids unfriendy rule. Here in Europe this is unthinkable to use alcoholic flavors for baking

[@TheOppauer]

+Cori Rathje Actually its a Myth that you can Cook or bake out alcohol completly. it's recommended to use for children, pregnant Woman or alcohol addicted. sure we have both kinds here - shelve life of the alcohol one is way longer but also have the Sugar version here which is used in europe the most. boiling in sugar water like sirup and bottle it when still hot. After that kill all bacteria using pasteurisation.

[@HeyItsSarah30]

+TheOppauer um most recipes only require like a teaspoon to a tablespoon of vanilla extract. You can't get drunk from that. Also if you've ever given your kids a cookie or cake yeah those have vanilla extract in them.

[@LauraCharlotte1000]

I would love some gift ideas for cake mixes and baskets aswell!!

[@wuangelina]

Nutella mousse, please? Your chocolate mousse works wonders on anyone I serve it to, so I'd love to see a Nutella mousse! Thank you so much for all the work you and Joe put into everything.

[@Creativityinthekitchen]

You're so kind Laura! and I'd love to see how you make your *Christmas* *Log* *Cake*

[@smKuhn1419]

This is brilliant Laura. I would have never thought about making my own vanilla extract. It even seems more cost efficient than buying those tiny itty bitty bottles for like 10 bucks which I use up in no time. I'd love to see some soup or bread mixes. Really any type of edible gifts. I wanna shake things up a bit from my usual cookies or hot chocolate mixes.

[@sweetwaaasabi]

Just a few episodes away from 1000! How exciting!

[@marleychloe]

Just came across your channel looking for this very recipe! Love your personality!!

[@lorabenz]

just a little heads up Laura use the vanilla seeds to bake whit, then use the pod for extract, most think the flavor is in the seed but thats not tru, the flavor is in the oil were 52% is in the seed and the black seedholder in the pod the rest of the oil is in the pod, so choop the pod fine and put it vodka and you get a better extract

[@melissadelarosa477]

Wow love this idea for gifts. Thank you so much. I will definitely get this started ASAP.

[@ThePreciouspraise43]

I will be making this vanilla ... I've already started ordering vanilla beans and bottles from Amazon. Niw have to buy the liquor 😊 Thank you for sharing 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@rosecanjura9799]

Thank You very much, l Love Your energy. , And the simple but wonderful recipe. Keep safe .💜😎

[@susanfurner1988]

I had a friend make some with White Rum !!! It was incredible !!! 💖💖💖

[@mimizabela6120]

My grandmother always made Christmas hard tack. Would love to see you make that.

[@lafemmeluna]

Thank you for this! I use vanilla extract for so much and this will be more convenient for me.

[@yomeliguerrero2220]

I love her cooking I never tried it but it looks good

[@MinaaZaadran]

Laura please upload more often!! Love your videos

[@SeaTurtle515]

Do you store this in a cool and dark place? How long does it keep? Months? Years?

[@linnsp9000]

Loved this! In my country (Denmark) we don't usually use vanilla extract and therefore it's so difficult to find, and when I do it's a tiny tiny bottle that costs A LOT. We use a mixture of pure vanilla and powdered sugar. But i'm so happy you shared this! Will absolutely give it a go! Last year you made a video on homemade instant cacao powder. Loved it! Can you make 3 different instant drinks for warm milk or something like that. Different flavors perfect for the cold months? I would love that. Thank you Laura for always making me happy by watching your vids :)

[@christinahaho2934]

+Line Schou Nææ hov. tænk at man skulle møde dig her ;)

[@loveworthlove]

The store bought vanilla usually uses grain alcohol which you can buy where you buy vodka and it does not have much of a taste like vodka. However, vodka gives the vanilla a more mellow blended flavor where the grain alcohol is more of a bite. Vanilla is soluble in alcohol not in water but I have seen vanilla extract made with glycerin for ones wanting non-alcoholic vanilla.

[@TrixiedeCarte]

Yes! Cake and soup mixes please!

[@dogmom007]

Laura- Can you please share how to make vanilla paste? I am obsessed with it more than the vanilla extract in all my baking.

[@charlinebosse1099]

Hi Laura...love watching your videos. I just started my first batch of vanilla extract yesterday. Can't wait to try it! I would love to make almond extract...could you make a video explaining us how?

[@odel8613]

This is AMAZING how are you so good at cooking and baking you have the most creative mind and I LOVE that thanks for the recipe 👌🏼👏🏼😘😘😘😘😘

[@zoeykashif3983]

Funfetti cake mix with icing which is decorated like a festive treat

[@CatHarlem]

Thanks for sharing. I had no idea I could make my own vanilla extract. I would like to see tutorials on bread mixes and/or various quick pasta dishes.

[@anesacurry]

Laura I would LOVE to see what/How to make other extracts....ie orange, mint, etc.

[@francesandrews5506]

Thank you so much x can't wait to make this for gifts and my self xxx

[@eateastIndian]

It looks incredible..Thanks for the idea..