If you’re looking for a way to add some zing to your meals without having to go out and buy a citrus extract, you can easily create your own at home. Here are three recipes for lemon, orange, and blood orange extract: Lemon Extract: Ingredients: 1 cup water 1 cup white sugar 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice Directions: In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the water and sugar to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Let cool before using. Orange Extract: Ingredients: 1 cup water 1/2 cup white sugar 1/4 cup fresh orange juice concentrate (from about 2 oranges) or 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice Directions: In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the water and sugar to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the orange juice concentrate. Let cool before using. Blood Orange Extract: Ingredients: 1/2 cup white sugar 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed blood orange juice (from about 2 oranges) or 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice concentrate (from about 2 oranges) ..
Homemade Lemon Extract, Orange Extract, and Blood Orange Extract
Did you know that it’s super easy to make citrus extracts at home? You can use them to make flavorful beverages, citrus-flavored baked treats, and other incredible confections. Instead of buying different extracts from the store, you can make them yourself with ease using a few simple ingredients. Here I’m showing you how to make lemon extract, orange extract, and blood orange extract, but you can follow the same process with other citrus fruits too. Now that you’ll know how to make them with ease, you won’t have to worry about finding them at the grocery store ever again.
How to Make citrus extract at home
Grab your fruit and wash them well to remove any dirt and debris. Remove the peels from the fruit. Set your peels into a jar and then pour vodka into the jar. Store the jar at room temperature for a month, and then strain the peel before use.
Now that you know how to make Homemade Citrus Extracts, you’ll find all kinds of ways to use them. These extracts will come in handy when you’re preparing fun desserts, candies, and more. They are easy to make and you can store them for up to 6 months. If you make this recipe be sure to leave us a comment or rating. Enjoy!
