Post by @thankfulhomemaking

Make this NOW for your holiday gifts! 🎄✨ Homemade vanilla extract is a total game-changer and so much better than store-bought. The best part? It's literally just 2 ingredients and takes 5 minutes to set up. Then time does all the work for you! There's honestly no comparison to the artificial stuff. Trust me, once you make homemade vanilla, you'll wonder why you ever bought it from the store! RECIPE: •8oz bottle •6 vanilla beans • 1 cup vodka Instructions: 1. Lay the pod flat and using a sharp knife, cut down the length of the pod to open it up. Do not cut all the way through, just enough to open the bean and expose the seeds. Then cut the beans in half horizontally. 2. Place the beans into an 8oz bottle. Using a small funnel, pour vodka over the beans making sure they are completely covered. Put the lid on immediately and gently flip the bottle a few times. 3. Store the extract at room temperature in a dark place. 4. The first week, shake the container every 2-3 days. After that, shake it once a week. The longer you let It age, the better It Is going to be. I recommend at least 3 months, but 5-6 months Is best! #homemadevanilla #holidaybaking #homemade #vanillaextract #christmascookies