Indulge your senses with the rich, creamy goodness of homemade vanilla. This culinary treasure is versatile and accessible, adding a touch of elegance to various dishes and beverages. Whether you're a seasoned baker, a culinary enthusiast, or simply seeking a natural alternative to store-bought extracts, our comprehensive guide to homemade vanilla will lead you through the fascinating process of crafting this flavorful ingredient. Discover the art of infusing vanilla beans into sugar, creating tantalizing vanilla extract, and experimenting with vanilla paste, infused oil, and powder. Each recipe is meticulously detailed, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure your homemade vanilla turns out perfectly. Embrace the journey of creating this culinary gem and elevate your cooking with the exquisite taste of homemade vanilla.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM
We don't want to brag, but as far as vanilla ice cream recipes go, this one is the best. And with only four ingredients, it just might be the easiest, too. No ice cream maker? No problem. Just follow the directions below to learn how to make homemade ice cream by hand. It's the perfect base for our best ice cream sundae ideas, too. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 1-1/4 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients, stirring to dissolve sugar completely. Fill cylinder of ice cream maker no more than two-thirds full; freeze according to manufacturer's directions. (Refrigerate any remaining mixture until ready to freeze.) Serve immediately or store in covered containers in freezer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 308 calories, Fat 22g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
HOMEMADE VANILLA
Easy to make and much cheaper. As you use it, top it off with more vodka.
Provided by GINGER P
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time P20DT20h
Yield 150
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Submerge vanilla beans in vodka and store in a cool, dark place for several weeks, shaking occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 11.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.2 g, Sugar 0.2 g
EASY HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM
Use this easy recipe to make vanilla ice cream, or add your favorite flavors to it.
Provided by Eagle brand
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips EAGLE BRAND®
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In large bowl, combine ingredients; mix well. Pour into ice cream freezer container. Freeze according to manufacturer's instructions. Freeze leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.8 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 79.9 mg, Sugar 10.9 g
HOMEMADE VANILLA PUDDING
A delectable dessert. There is no substitute for the butter.
Provided by Rosemary
Categories Desserts Custards and Pudding Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In medium saucepan over medium heat, heat milk until bubbles form at edges. In a bowl, combine sugar, cornstarch and salt. Pour into hot milk, a little at a time, stirring to dissolve. Continue to cook and stir until mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Do not boil. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and butter. Pour into serving dishes. Chill before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3 calories, Carbohydrate 29.1 g, Cholesterol 13.9 mg, Fat 4.2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 173.2 mg, Sugar 24.7 g
HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM
This vanilla ice cream is everything you would want in a classic-rich and creamy with a pure, balanced flavor that can hold its own whether you serve it in a cone, with pie or as a base for candy or cookie mix-ins.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 4h35m
Yield 1 generous quart
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk the cream, milk, sugar, vanilla and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Beat the egg yolks in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk 1 cup of the hot cream mixture into the beaten yolks, then pour back into the saucepan, whisking, and return to medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture thickens, coats the spoon and reaches 180 degrees F on a thermometer, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from the heat and strain the custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl or measuring cup; discard the solids. Stir often until the mixture cools to room temperature. Lightly press plastic wrap directly against the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Chill until cold, about 3 hours. (For faster chilling, set the bowl of custard in a bowl of ice water and stir until cold.)
- Freeze the mixture in an ice cream machine according to the manufacturer's instructions. (Take care not to over-churn the ice cream or it can have a grainy texture.) Place the ice cream in the freezer to set up for at least 1 hour. Serve.
HOMEMADE VANILLA CAKE
Very moist and dense homemade vanilla cake.
Provided by Ann McGavin Stout
Categories Desserts Cakes Yellow Cake Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x9-inch pan.
- Beat sugar and butter together in a medium bowl until creamy. Beat in eggs, 1 at a time; stir in vanilla extract and almond extract.
- Combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt in another bowl. Add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in milk until batter is smooth. Pour or spoon batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until it springs back to the touch, 30 to 40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 52.6 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 240.9 mg, Sugar 17.5 g
OLD FASHIONED HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM RECIPE
Provided by Six Sisters Stuff
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Whisk all ingredients together until sugar dissolves.
- Pour into the bowl of an ice cream machine.
- Freeze according to the ice cream maker's instructions.
- After the ice cream is made, transfer to an airtight container, cover tightly and freeze .
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
HOMEMADE VANILLA YOGURT
Homemade yogurt with a vanilla flavor.
Provided by reemlarki
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time 8h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat up the oven by turning on for 3 to 4 minutes; turn the oven off.
- Bring milk to a boil over medium-high heat in a large saucepan. Stir in sugar and vanilla extract until blended. Turn off heat and let sit until warm but not cool.
- Place yogurt in a large container; pour in milk mixture. Cover and place in the oven until yogurt has set, 8 to 16 hours. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 12.4 mg, Fat 4 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 51.8 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
HOMEMADE VANILLA EXTRACT
Homemade vanilla is fun to give in decorative bottles with attractive labels. Share it with special friends who like to cook or bake. -Becky Jo Smith, Kettle Falls, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place vanilla beans in a tall jar; cover with vodka. Seal jar tightly. Let stand in a cool dark place at least 6 weeks, gently shaking jar once a week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 11 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
HOMEMADE CINNAMON-VANILLA SALVADORIAN PUDDING
A Latin milk pudding for stuffing plantains, donuts, cakes, or simply by itself with sprinkled cinnamon.
Provided by andrea
Categories Desserts Custards and Pudding Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Blend milk, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and flour together in a blender until smooth. Pour milk mixture into a large pot over medium heat; add cinnamon stick and stir with a large wooden spoon. Stir raisins, vanilla extract, and butter into milk mixture; whisk mixture until thickened and smooth, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Ladle pudding into bowls and top with ground cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.7 calories, Carbohydrate 37.4 g, Cholesterol 145.6 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 108 mg, Sugar 27.5 g
VANILLA YOGURT (HOMEMADE)
I am submitting this as a recipe assuming you have made yogurt, have a yogurt maker or: there are several recipes here at 'Zaar describing "how to make" Yogurt. This makes a mild, smooth vanilla yogurt great plain, with fruit, cereals or grains. (time does not include chilling time)
Provided by princess buttercup
Categories Sauces
Time 12h20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Set 1/2 yogurt starter out to warm to room temperature.
- Heat the milk to almost a boil.(I like to microwave in a glass bowl for 5 minutes on high then 2 minutes on medium). Cool the milk (to a "barely warm"/ babies bath temperature) (cool water bath works well). Add dry milk, vanilla and sweetener of your choice; stir well.
- Stir in yogurt starter (do not whip but mix very well!).
- "Cook" the yogurt using your preferred method and time (longer makes a firmer, more tart yogurt. I like to cook about 12 hours). Chill 4 hours before eating.
OLD FASHIONED HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM
This is our favorite homemade ice cream. From the Rival ice cream manual. Be patient while adding the small bit of milk to the eggs. The slower you can add the eggs to the hot mixture the easier it will be to thicken. Time does NOT include 2 hour chilling time.
Provided by Axe1678
Categories Frozen Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine sugar, salt and milk in saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until mixture almost boils.
- Reduce to low.
- Gradually stir about 1/2 cup of hot mil into the beaten eggs.
- Add eggs to remaining hot mixture.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until slightly thickened, about 5 minute.
- Remove from heat and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
- Combine whipping cream, vanilla and chilled mixture, stirring with a wire whisk to combine.
- Pour into canister and churn.
HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM
Nothing is as rewarding as a dish of homemade ice cream for dessert. Top off a scoop with a chocolate-chip cookie.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Yield Makes 1 1/2 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the vanilla beans and scrapings with the milk. Bring to a gentle boil. Remove from heat, and let steep, covered, 30 minutes.
- Prepare an ice bath; set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg yolks and sugar on medium-high speed until thick and pale, about 4 minutes.
- Place milk mixture over medium-high heat; bring just to a simmer. Slowly pour about 1/4 cup hot-milk mixture into egg-yolk mixture, beating on low speed until blended. Continue adding milk, about 1/2 cup at a time, beating until incorporated after each addition.
- Return mixture to saucepan; stir with a wooden spoon over low heat until mixture is thick enough to coat back of spoon, 3 to 5 minutes. Custard should retain a line drawn across the back of the spoon with your fingertip.
- Remove pan from heat; stir in chilled cream to stop cooking. Pour custard through a fine sieve into a medium bowl set in ice bath; let stand, stirring occasionally, until chilled. Stir in extract. Freeze in an ice-cream maker according to manufacturer's instructions.
HOMEMADE VANILLA COFFEE CREAMER
I love cream in my coffee, but I was tired of using scary non-foods in it. Here is what I came up with.
Provided by Erinn Danna
Categories Drinks Recipes Coffee Drinks Recipes Creamer
Time 15m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine half-and-half and condensed milk in a small pot over medium-low heat; warm until steaming. Add cinnamon and vanilla extract. Heat for 5 more minutes, being careful not to boil.
- Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Pour in a glass container and store in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 3.7 mg, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 55.4 mg, Sugar 13.3 g
HOMEMADE VANILLA BEAN & HONEY YOGURT
Tiny vanilla bean flecks and sweet honey give plain yogurt a dose of deliciousness.
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 5m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Cut the vanilla beans in half, then slice each half open lengthwise. Scrape the tiny black seeds out of the middle of the beans and add to the yogurt. Stir well to mix.
- Drizzle in the honey (start with 1/4 cup) and mix well. Taste and add additional honey if you prefer a sweeter yogurt.
- Keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
MOM'S OLD FASHIONED HOMEMADE VANILLA ICE CREAM
This ice cream brings back so many wonderful memories! Dad would get out the old churn style ice cream freezer and all the kids would have their turn with it. We couldn't wait until it was done because to us it was just the best ice cream ever! Now I have a modernized ice cream freezer that sits on my kitchen counter but the...
Provided by Jeanne Gliddon
Categories Ice Cream & Ices
Time 1h25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- 2. Add sugar and beat another 2 minutes.
- 3. Add milk and beat until well blended.
- 4. Place in a 2 quart saucepan and heat until lukewarm. Watch closely; do not overheat or scotch!
- 5. This is a box of Junket Rennet Tablets. I don't know if your grocer carries this product but if not, you can order it on-line.
- 6. This is 4 foil wrapped Junket Rennet Tablets.
- 7. Break the Junket Rennet tablets and place in a small measuring cup.
- 8. Add a small amount of warm water and allow tablets to dissolve.
- 9. Add Vanilla and dissolved tablets to warmed ice cream mixture and stir until well blended.
- 10. Pour mixture immediately into freezing container of your choice and insert the churn blade. Let ice cream mixture set undisturbed for a few minutes. Take a spoon and scoop out a small amount of the mixture. Check to see if it has set to a soft custard like consistency.
- 11. When mixture is set, place container into the ice cream freezer of your choice and follow manufacturer's instructions. Begin churning until it is frozen.
- 12. Yum; doesn't this look good?
- 13. This delicious ice cream is best if eaten immediately. It is similar in texture to a Frosty Ice Cream Cone. Enjoy!
- 14. Add the sauce of your choice. It is wonderful with chocolate sauce!
- 15. Or sweetened crushed strawberries!
- 16. Or Mrs. Richardson's Butterscotch Caramel Sauce.
HOMEMADE VANILLA SYRUP FOR SOFT DRINKS
I was looking on the internet to find a way to make plain Coca-Cola into vanilla Coke and came across this recipe. I haven't tried it yet; so I don't know how well it works, but it does sound really easy to make. The number of servings is just an estimate.
Provided by Ransomed by Fire
Categories Beverages
Time 1m
Yield 1/2 cup, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Mix ingredients and store in a container with a tight-fitting lid.
- Shake before each use.
- Add to your favorite soft drink to taste.
HOMEMADE ICE MILK. -VANILLA, CHOCOLATE, ALMOND, FRUIT CHOICES
Ice Milk is not ice cream but it will give you the feeling of the frozen treat with far more ease and no machine needed. When it comes out all frozen, let it sit for a few minutes in the sun and then stir it up, it is much more like ice cream at that point. Even better, you can make as much as you want at a time :) For the flavorings, add to your taste, obviously if you choose fresh fruit you may want more than an extract flavoring. Cooking time is actually time to freeze.
Provided by MarraMamba
Categories Frozen Desserts
Time 8h5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Choose a bowl or ceramic mug, any container that can be frozen and will hold as much as you make. If its tupperware and you choose to use the lid, remember it will be harder to remove when frozen, otherwise use plastic wrap. (told you this is easy :) ).
- Mix all ingredients in the bowl. Cover with plastic wrap.
- Place in the freezer overnight.
- Next day, let it sit in sun for a few minutes then stir it and you will have ice milk. Until then it just looks like frozen ice lol.
HOMEMADE VANILLA EXTRACT
Homemade vanilla extract! What could be better and cheaper! I use Madagascar vanilla beans.
Provided by RE_BEKAH
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time P21DT5m
Yield 200
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Place the vanilla beans in the bottle of vodka and seal. Store in a cool, dark area such as a kitchen cabinet for 3 weeks, shaking the bottle every week. Three weeks is the minimum, store it 6 months for the best flavor. After using, replace with more vodka. The same beans will continue to flavor the vanilla for up to a year.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 13.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Sugar 0.7 g
HOMEMADE VANILLA MARSHMALLOWS
Need marshmallows in your recipe? Why not make some? It's cheaper, healthier, tastier, and faster than running to the store to get some!
Provided by QueenCook
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes
Time 8h45m
Yield 64
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on all 4 sides. Coat parchment paper with 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar.
- Combine 1/2 cup water and gelatin in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; let stand until gelatin softens, about 5 minutes.
- Combine remaining 1/2 cup water, sugar, corn syrup, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Clip a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan. Cook syrup over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until it registers 238 degrees F (114 degrees C) on the thermometer, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Turn the stand mixer on low speed; pour half of the sugar syrup into the softened gelatin. Increase speed to medium and pour in remaining syrup. Increase speed to high and beat until marshmallow mixture is thick and creamy, 10 to 15 minutes. Beat in vanilla extract.
- Scrape marshmallow mixture into the prepared pan and spread it to the edges. Smooth the top with a rubber spatula. Sprinkle 1/4 cup confectioners' on top. Let stand until firm and dry, 8 hours to overnight.
- Lift marshmallow mixture out of the pan using the overhanging parchment. Transfer to a cutting board. Make a single cut through the center. Make 8 cuts evenly along the length and width to form 64 rectangles. Dip cut sides in remaining confectioners' sugar to prevent sticking.
- Layer marshmallows in an airtight container, covering each layer with parchment paper or plastic wrap.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 13.8 mg, Sugar 9.4 g
Tips:
- Choose high-quality vanilla beans: Look for beans that are plump, moist, and have a dark, rich color. Avoid beans that are dry, brittle, or have a dull appearance.
- Split the vanilla beans properly: Use a sharp knife to split the beans lengthwise, cutting through the tough outer skin but not all the way through the bean. This will allow the flavor of the vanilla to infuse into the liquid.
- Use a variety of liquids: Vanilla extract can be made with a variety of liquids, including water, milk, cream, and alcohol. Each liquid will impart a slightly different flavor to the extract.
- Store the vanilla extract in a cool, dark place: Vanilla extract is best stored in a cool, dark place, such as a pantry or cupboard. Avoid storing it in direct sunlight or near heat sources.
- Use vanilla extract in a variety of recipes: Vanilla extract is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of recipes, including cakes, cookies, pies, and puddings. It can also be used to flavor ice cream, yogurt, and smoothies.
Conclusion:
Making homemade vanilla extract is a simple and rewarding process. With a little time and effort, you can create a delicious and flavorful extract that will enhance the taste of your favorite recipes. Whether you use it in baking, cooking, or simply to flavor your favorite beverages, homemade vanilla extract is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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