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
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. 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

  1. Clean and sterilize a tight-fitting, 1-cup glass jar (taller than the cinnamon sticks).
  2. Add 1/2 cup vodka (or other high-proof alcohol) to the jar.
  3. Add 4 to 6 cinnamon sticks (approximately 2-3 inches total length). Adjust the amount of cinnamon based on the desired intensity.
  4. Seal the jar tightly.
  5. 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).
  6. After 3 to 4 months (or longer!), carefully strain the extract through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the cinnamon sticks.
  7. Store the extract in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one year.
  8. Use 1/2 cup of extract per recipe as directed, or experiment for your desired flavor intensity.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

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