This homemade vanilla sugar is made with just 2 ingredients and adds the perfect sweet, aromatic flavor to coffee, cookies, cakes, and more.
Ingredients
- 2 whole vanilla beans Grade B preferred for stronger infusion
- 2 cups granulated sugar
Instructions
- Slice each vanilla bean lengthwise and use the back of a knife to scrape out the seeds.
- Add the vanilla seeds to a bowl with the sugar. Use your fingers to rub the seeds into the sugar, distributing them evenly.
- Cut the scraped pods into small chunks and bury them in the sugar. They’ll continue to infuse over time.
- Pour the mixture into an airtight jar. Label it, seal it, and let it infuse for at least 1 week before using.
- Give the jar a shake every few days to help everything mix and intensify.
Notes
- Vanilla beans: Grade B vanilla beans are best for making homemade vanilla sugar since they’re drier and more affordable, but Grade A beans work too.
- Sugar options: Granulated sugar is most common, but you can also use raw sugar, caster sugar, or even coconut sugar for a twist.
- Blending method: For instant use, pulse the sugar and chopped vanilla bean in a food processor until fine. Otherwise, let the sugar sit for 1–2 weeks for the flavor to fully infuse.
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