Cinnamon Extract Recipe

Unlock the magic of homemade cinnamon extract! This incredibly simple recipe requires minimal effort but yields a richly flavorful extract that will elevate your baking and cocktails. Forget store-bought – this intensely aromatic extract, infused over time, surpasses anything you can find in a bottle. Use it in place of or alongside vanilla extract for an explosion of warm, spicy cinnamon notes. Perfect for holiday baking or year-round deliciousness!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 172800 mins

Calories 14.3 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cinnamon Extract

4 to 6 cinnamon sticks (approximately 2-3 inches total length)
Vodka

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How to Make Cinnamon Extract

Clean and sterilize a tight-fitting, 1-cup glass jar (taller than the cinnamon sticks).
Add 1/2 cup vodka (or other high-proof alcohol) to the jar.
Add 4 to 6 cinnamon sticks (approximately 2-3 inches total length). Adjust the amount of cinnamon based on the desired intensity.
Seal the jar tightly.
Store the jar in a dark, cool, and dry place (like a pantry or cabinet) for 3 to 4 months. The longer it infuses, the richer and more complex the flavor will become! (Minimum 3 months).
After 3 to 4 months (or longer!), carefully strain the extract through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the cinnamon sticks.
Store the extract in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one year.
Use 1/2 cup of extract per recipe as directed, or experiment for your desired flavor intensity.