This post shows you how to make vanilla powder from 100% vanilla pods. It is a zero waste recipe for a rich, robust homemade vanilla powder to add to all your baked goods, drink recipes and more!
First you need to dry out the vanilla pods. To do this simply place the pods on a lined baking tray in the oven at 50 degrees Celcius for an hour and a half. *
Once the pods have cooled , simply pop into a spice grinder or use a hand mixer / blender to grind them down into a fine powder. **
The vanilla powder can then be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dark area (like a cupboard). This will then keep for around a year!
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* The pods will still be pliable when first removing them from the oven. However, as they cool down they will become more brittle. ** You'll find that if they aren't dry enough then it simply won't blend into a smooth powder