1/4 teaspoon
I have used rum extract, almond extract, anise extract, and a bit of whiskey or vodka, or nothing at all, in place of vanilla in many different recipes including frosting. All without substantially causing a failure in the recipe. [The peppermint frosting went on chocolate cupcakes.] The vanilla is only to give the frosting a flavor other than just bland. Experiment at will.
chips covered with a nice coating of mixed lemon extract and vanilla, all topped off with some tasty brown sugar. yumm.
You can but your finished recipe will taste of lemon not vanilla.
Blend the softened butter and confectioners' sugar with an electric mixer to create a smooth frosting. If you prefer not to use a vanilla bean, increase the extract to 1 1/2 teaspoons
Vanilla extract can be replaced by almond, anise, mint, lemon or any other flavoring of your choosing. You also can leave out the flavoring or extract entirely. In that case, the cookies will be butter-flavored.
You can improve canned frosting by adding a little bit of vanilla extract or other flavorings to enhance the taste. You can also whip the frosting with an electric mixer to make it lighter and fluffier. Additionally, adding a pinch of salt can help balance out the sweetness.
Yes, but it may take more powder to receive the same affect of its liquid cousin. You will want to make sure that the all of the powder dissolves, so add it to the eggs, oil, or butter called for in the recipe. It is also a great hot beverage flavoring.
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Yes, you can add lemon flavor to vanilla pudding to create lemon pudding. Simply incorporate fresh lemon juice and lemon zest into the vanilla pudding mixture, adjusting the amounts to achieve your desired level of lemon flavor. Alternatively, you can use lemon extract for a more concentrated flavor. Adjusting the sweetness may also be necessary, depending on your taste preferences.
One delicious and easy-to-make mousse frosting recipe is to mix together whipped cream, melted chocolate, and a touch of vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy. Spread it on your cake or cupcakes for a decadent finish.
Vanilla extract has a high alcohol content, and is usually not subject to mold.
To make vanilla sugar using vanilla extract, simply mix vanilla extract with granulated sugar in a container. Seal the container and let it sit for a few days to allow the vanilla flavor to infuse into the sugar. Use the vanilla sugar in place of regular sugar in recipes for a hint of vanilla flavor.