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mint extract

(1 rating)
karlyn255 avatar
Recipe by
Stormy Stewart
@karlyn255
Mio, MI

This can be used any where you wish a minty flavor. It can replace vanilla in dishes as well. Expecially good in browines or added to cocoa. Takes a month to become extract so prepare early for the holiday season

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 10 Min

Ingredients For mint extract

  • 1 c
    vodka
  • 1/2 c
    fresh mint leaves (i use peppermint but some prefer spearmint)

How To Make mint extract

  • 1
    Pack leaves flat in the bottom of a glass jar and cover with vodka. put in a cool dark place for about a month. Check for flavor. If you want it stronger just set back for another week. Take out and put through a seive and bottle your extract.
  • 2
    A great gift in a basket with other extracts and seasonings.
  • 3
    Bonus recipe for use with the peppermint extract you just made Peppermint Cream Coffee Flavoring You can Make Yourself ■1/2 Cup Dutch process cocoa ■3/4 Cup International Delight Coffee Creamer (I like the Breve Sweet Cream flavor) ■3/4 Cup Sugar ■1/2 tsp. peppermint extract Blend all the ingredients together and store in an airtight jar and you’ll have enough to flavor your coffee for the couple weeks around Christmas. Fabulous way to transform your cup of java into a delightful holiday treat!
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