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How to Make Homemade Almond Extract

Just a few short steps to learn How to Make Homemade Almond Extract
Course Condiments
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Storage Time 56 days
Total Time 56 days 17 minutes
Author Ginny

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Tight Fitting Glass Jar

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Almonds
  • 1 cup Vodka 80% proof or higher
  • 1 Vanilla Bean split (optional but recommended)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Place the raw almonds onto a clean baking sheet and bake for about 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly toasted. Let the almonds cool completely before proceeding with the next step. 
  • Transfer the cooled almonds, vodka, and vanilla bean to a tight-fitting glass jar. 
  • Pour vodka over the almonds. Use vodka with 80% proof or higher as low-quality varieties won't work as well. Make sure the almonds and vanilla are entirely submerged in the vodka. 
  • Seal the lid tightly and store the jar in a cool, dark place for about 8 to 10 weeks. 
  • Shake the bottle once every three to five days to prevent the almonds from merging together. Strain the almonds and discard them. Pour the liquid mixture into a new bottle and store it in a cool, dark place.

Notes

High Quality Vodka: Make sure to use 80% or higher vodka to pull the best almond flavor out. 
Sealed Jar: Make Sure to have a jar that is sealed well so you can shake it ever few days. 
Almond Choice: Use all natural almonds