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Homemade Vanilla Powder

Timeless Dishes
I like having simple ingredients on hand that can do more than one job. Vanilla powder is one of those quiet pantry staples. It takes a little time to make, but once it’s done, it’s easy to use and lasts a long time. It’s especially helpful when you want vanilla flavor without adding liquid to a recipe.
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Equipment

  • Dehydrator
  • Coffee grinder or spice grinder

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ounce vanilla beans

Instructions
 

  • Place the vanilla beans in a dehydrator in a single layer.
  • Dehydrate on a low setting until the beans are completely dry and snap easily when bent. If you don’t have a dehydrator, you can use an oven set to its lowest temperature. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Break the dried beans into small pieces.
  • Grind the pieces in a coffee or spice grinder until a fine powder forms. Make sure the beans are fully dry before grinding to avoid clumping.
  • Sift if needed to remove any larger bits, then grind again. And that's it.

Notes

How to Use Vanilla Powder

  • Use in place of vanilla extract in dry baking recipes
  • Add to cookies, cakes, muffins, and pancake batter
  • Mix into sugar, salt, or spice blends
  • Stir into oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothies
  • Sprinkle into coffee grounds or hot chocolate
Vanilla powder is concentrated, so a small amount goes a long way.
How to Store
Store vanilla powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Kept away from moisture, it will last for months and often longer without losing flavor.
 
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