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    Instant Pot Homemade Vanilla Extract

    Published on January 2, 2021 - Updated on January 9, 2023 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Here's how to make Homemade Vanilla Extract in your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker. Cheaper per ounce than buying it in the store!
     
    instant pot vanilla extract

    It goes without saying that I use a lot of Vanilla Extract. So it was a no brainer for me to make some Homemade Vanilla Extract in my Instant Pot Pressure Cooker.

    Tahitian Vanilla Beans
    Tahitian Vanilla Beans

    You are probably wondering why I decided to use my Instant Pot Pressure Cooker Instead of the traditional way. Simple. The vanilla extract can be used almost immediately for baking when made in your pressure cooker. The traditional way of making vanilla extract requires you to wait almost 2 months before you can use it. Who has that much time?

    instant pot vanilla extract
    Vanilla Extract in 4 ounce Amber Bottle

    You are going to be inclined to use the most expensive Vodka you can afford for this recipe. Save yourself some money and buy the cheap stuff. You will not notice the difference when all is said and done. The idea here is to make this vanilla extract at home for less than what it would cost you in the stores (which is pretty expensive for the real stuff).

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    🥃 Alcohol Warning

    Please take into consideration that some of the alcohol in this recipe may not completely burn off and the remains could be of significant concern to recovering alcoholics, parents, and others who have ethical or religious reasons for avoiding alcohol.
     

    You have many options when it comes to selecting the vanilla beans. There are many sites out there that dissect the different types of vanilla beans out there so I won't go into it here. Personally, I decided to go with a Tahitian Grade B Vanilla Bean that I found on Amazon at a reasonable price.

    vanilla extract in amber bottles

    Once done, it is important to store your vanilla extract in a cool dark location. The extract should never be exposed to direct sunlight. Since I was giving the vanilla extract away as Christmas gifts, I decided to put mine in these cute little 4-ounce amber bottles that I also got off of Amazon.

    Tahitian Vanilla Beans

    I recommend letting the vanilla extract sit in the jar for a couple of weeks before using it. The extract will smell like alcohol when it first comes out of the Instant Pot but will mellow out over time. Much of this depends on the quality of the vanilla beans you are using.

    vanilla in bottles

    💭 Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

    The Instant Pot is a combination pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer with a few other capabilities. With an Instant Pot, you can make some recipes in minutes compared to hours the traditional way. While not always the case, it's a very handy appliance if you are always on the run.

    The Instant Pot comes with several safety features. If you happen to encounter an error message on the display of your IP, I suggest you visit Instant Pot's Official Customer Care Center.

    If you frequently use your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker, you've probably experienced a "smelly" lid. Here's a simple way to get rid of the smell. Fill the Instant Pot with 2 Cups of White Vinegar. Seal the lid. Use the steam setting for 2 minutes. Remove the rubber ring from the lid and let dry completely before using it.

    For more great recipes with Vodka, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • The Best Caesar Cocktail
    • Penne with Vodka Sauce
    • Vodka Mashed Potatoes

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Homemade Vanilla Extract recipe in your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker (see recipe card for quantities): Vodka and Vanilla Beans.

    🥣 How to make Homemade Vanilla Extract in the Instant Pot

    Pour the entire bottle of Vodka into the Instant Pot.
    With a sharp knife, cut the top layer of the bean lengthwise. Once cut, you can either place the cut vanilla beans into the vodka or optionally scrape the vanilla seeds out and place the beans and seeds in the vodka.
    Seal the lid and cook on High for 60 minutes. Once done let the pressure release naturally (until the pin drops). This can take quite a bit of time so be patient.
    Remove the beans from the Instant Pot with tongs and place into sterilized jars. If the beans are too long for the jars, cut them to size.
    Pour the vanilla extract into a large glass measuring cup ensuring to scrape all the seeds out of the pot.
    Use a funnel to pour the vanilla extract into each bottle. Loosely put the cap on each bottle and let cool for about 15 minutes. Tighten the cap. Wait until completely cooled before applying any labels.

    Instant Pot Homemade Vanilla Extract

    Instant Pot Homemade Vanilla Extract

    Here's how to make Homemade Vanilla Extract in your Instant Pot Pressure Cooker. Cheaper per ounce than buying it in the store!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr
    Pressure Release 10 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
    Course Condiments, Sauces & Dry Rubs
    Cuisine American
    Servings 60 ounces
    Calories 69 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker

    Ingredients
     

    • 1.75 L Vodka, 80% proof minimum
    • 10 Vanilla Beans
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    Instructions
     

    • Pour the entire bottle of Vodka into the Instant Pot.
    • With a sharp knife, cut the top layer of the bean lengthwise. Once cut, you can either place the cut vanilla beans into the vodka or optionally scrape the vanilla seeds out and place the beans and seeds in the vodka.
    • Seal the lid and cook on High for 60 minutes. Once done let the pressure release naturally (until the pin drops). This can take up to 10 minutes.
    • Remove the beans from the Instant Pot with tongs and place into sterilized jars. If the beans are too long for the jars, cut them to size.
    • Pour the vanilla extract into a large glass measuring cup ensuring to scrape all the seeds out of the pot.
    • Use a funnel to pour the vanilla extract into each bottle. Loosely put cap on each bottle and let cool for about 15 minutes. Tighten the cap. Wait until completely cooled before applying any labels.

    Notes

    → The vanilla extract should always be stored in a cool dark location away from direct sunlight. Do not refrigerate our freeze!
    → Please take into consideration that some of the alcohol in this recipe may not completely burn off and the remains could be of significant concern to recovering alcoholics, parents, and others who have ethical or religious reasons for avoiding alcohol.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 69kcalCarbohydrates: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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