Instant Pot Vanilla Extract Recipe

The idea of making my own vanilla extract had never even crossed my mind until quite recently, but once the idea was in my head I knew I had to give it a try. And it turned out amazingly well!

Course Ingredient

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 2

Rest Time 1

Total Time 1 2 5

Servings teaspoons

Calories 12kcal

Author Jill Nystul

Equipment

Instant Pot
steam rack
2 pint jars with lids and rings

Ingredients

10 vanilla beans B-grade
4 cups vodka

Instructions

Cut the vanilla beans in half and split them open down the center.
Divide the split beans between two pint jars and add 2 cups of vodka to each.
Add lids and rings to the jars, but don't over-tighten the rings.
Place the trivet in your Instant Pot, place the sealed jars on the trivet, and then add 1 cup of water to the pot and seal the lid.
Pressure cook the jars on high pressure for 60 minutes, then allow the pressure to release naturally for at least one hour.
Carefully remove the jars and place them on a cooling rack.
Wait at least 24 hours before opening the jars, or wait one week to allow the flavor to develop and intensify.

Notes

When buying vodka for homemade vanilla extract, look for a one-liter (1L) bottle, as a standard 750mL bottle isn't quite enough for this recipe.

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