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    03/23/2022

    6 Best Substitutes for Vanilla Extract

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    What happens when you don’t have any on hand? Don’t let that stop you! There are so many different ways to enhance the flavor of your baked goods even without vanilla. Below you’ll find 6 Best Vanilla Extract Substitutes.

    What happens when you don’t have any on hand? Don’t let that stop you! There are so many different ways to enhance the flavor of your baked goods even without vanilla. Below you’ll find 6 best vanilla extract substitutes.

    What would a recipe be if it didn’t call for vanilla?!  More often than not, recipes call for even the slightest amount of vanilla. 

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    BEST SUBSTITUTES FOR VANILLA EXTRACT
    1. VANILLA ALMOND MILK
    2. ALMOND EXTRACT
    3. MAPLE SYRUP
    4. HONEY
    5. VANILLA POWDER
    6. OTHER SPICES
    Homemade Vanilla Extract Recipe

    BEST SUBSTITUTES FOR VANILLA EXTRACT

    1. VANILLA ALMOND MILK

    What happens when you don’t have any on hand? Don’t let that stop you! There are so many different ways to enhance the flavor of your baked goods even without vanilla. Below you’ll find 6 best vanilla extract substitutes.

    You may be surprised here, but almond milk or any other plant-based milk works as a great substitution. Just be sure to choose one that is vanilla-flavored. Plus, it cuts out some of the extra work if your recipe calls for milk. 

    2. ALMOND EXTRACT

    What happens when you don’t have any on hand? Don’t let that stop you! There are so many different ways to enhance the flavor of your baked goods even without vanilla. Below you’ll find 6 best vanilla extract substitutes.

    Almond extract is almost the best substitution out there. It has the same nutty flavor as vanilla which can help boost the flavors in your baked goods. However, if you’re not a fan of almond flavors, this substitution isn’t for you. 

    3. MAPLE SYRUP

    What happens when you don’t have any on hand? Don’t let that stop you! There are so many different ways to enhance the flavor of your baked goods even without vanilla. Below you’ll find 6 best vanilla extract substitutes.

    Maple syrup can easily replace vanilla in your recipes at a one-to-one ratio. Vanilla is usually only required in small amounts, which makes the use of maple syrup hardly noticeable.  

    4. HONEY

    What happens when you don’t have any on hand? Don’t let that stop you! There are so many different ways to enhance the flavor of your baked goods even without vanilla. Below you’ll find 6 best vanilla extract substitutes.

    Honey is another item that people commonly keep in their pantry, if you’re one of them then you’re in luck. You can use honey at a one-to-one ratio as well. Make note here, when using honey in your recipe, you’ll need to reduce the amount of sugar you put in or your treat will be extra sweet. 

    5. VANILLA POWDER

    What happens when you don’t have any on hand? Don’t let that stop you! There are so many different ways to enhance the flavor of your baked goods even without vanilla. Below you’ll find 6 best vanilla extract substitutes.

    Made by crushing vanilla beans, vanilla powder is as close to pure vanilla as you can get. Use a one-to-one ratio and your substitution will taste just like you used vanilla extract. Keep in mind that when using the powder, it will keep the recipe a little dry since you aren’t adding a liquid. 

    6. OTHER SPICES

    What happens when you don’t have any on hand? Don’t let that stop you! There are so many different ways to enhance the flavor of your baked goods even without vanilla. Below you’ll find 6 best vanilla extract substitutes.

    There are a variety of spices used in dessert recipes with vanilla added in to add more flavor and bring out each spice’s distinct flavor.  If however, you don’t have vanilla extract, you can combine spices to replace it. Try using a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves and see how it tastes.

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    What happens when you don’t have any on hand? Don’t let that stop you! There are so many different ways to enhance the flavor of your baked goods even without vanilla. Below you’ll find 6 best vanilla extract substitutes.

    Homemade Vanilla Extract Recipe

    All you need for this simple recipe is three ingredients and a bottle. Don’t worry, this is a fool proof recipe and will last on your shelf for years.
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    Servings: 1
    Author: Izzy

    Ingredients 

    • 1 cup water
    • 3 whole vanilla beans
    • 1 cup food-grade vegetable glycerin
    • 1 empty glass bottle dark brown or clear

    Instructions 

    • The size of your bottle will guide how much water and glycerin you use. Be sure to use 3 whole vanilla beans for every cup of glycerin.
    • Carefully wash and sanitize your bottle or jar before using, and allow it to dry before using.
    • Add glycerin and water together. Using a funnel, pour the mixture into the glass bottle about ⅔ of the way.
    • Using a sharp knife, cut down the center of the vanilla beans to open them up.
    • Add the beans into the bottle and fully submerge them in the glycerin.
    • Cut your beans down if they are taller than your bottle or jar.
    • Place a tight cap on your bottle and store it in a cool, dark place for two months. A tip here is to shake the bottle once a week. After two months, your homemade extract is ready to use.

    Notes

    • The homemade vanilla extract will be thicker than normal vanilla extract but tastes just as good.
    • Your homemade vanilla extract can be used the same as store-bought vanilla.
    Author: Izzy
    Keyword: Substitute for Vanilla Extract
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