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

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[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!

[philbe]

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

[shelly]

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.

[ednasole]

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

[andrrrrew]

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

[InTheKitchenWithJonny]

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

[annecatharina]

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!

[KissTheRan]

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

[cornishcoves]

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. ♥♥♥

[mariarobles]

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.

[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 YouTube is you can see people cooking the actual recipe.

[snaggleclaw]

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

[sxtodd]

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!

[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!!

[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.

[julimada]

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

[vanessadeleon]

I love every edible idea you just said

[roxanapintilie]

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!

[TreatFactory]

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

[scarlettromero]

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.