Homemade vanilla sugar is easy to make and adds a wonderful flavor to baked goods, coffee, and desserts. Here’s how you can make it at home:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1-2 vanilla beans
Instructions:
- Prepare the vanilla bean – Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds using a knife.
- Mix the sugar and vanilla – In a bowl, combine the sugar with the vanilla seeds, mixing well to distribute the flavor.
- Store with the vanilla pod – Place the sugar in an airtight container or jar and bury the scraped vanilla pod inside. This will help infuse the sugar with even more flavor.
- Let it rest – Allow the vanilla sugar to sit for at least a week before using it, shaking the container occasionally to mix the flavors.
Tips:
- The longer you let it sit, the stronger the vanilla flavor will be.
- You can keep adding more sugar to the jar as you use it—the vanilla pod will continue to release flavor over time.
- If you prefer, you can blend the sugar and vanilla bean in a food processor for a finer consistency.
