Orange-Vanilla Liqueur

Doesn't exactly taste like creamsicles, but similar--the vanilla does soften the bite of the orange somewhat in that direction. To drink in liqueur glasses or pour over ice cream, angelfood cake, etc. Makes a delightful gift. Be sure to use vanilla extract, not imitation vanilla flavoring; the same goes for the orange extract. Times listed do not include 2 weeks for the liqueur to sit and infuse.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Yields: 3 cups

Ingredients

• 2  large oranges
• 1  cup light corn syrup
• 2  tablespoons dark corn syrup
• 1⁄3 cup sugar
• 2  teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1⁄4 cup  orange extract
• 1  pint vodka

Directions

1. Pare the peel from each orange in a spiral, producing a 1-inch-wide strip; try to get mostly the orange zest and leave most of the white membrane on the fruit.
2. Put the peels in a saucepan with the 1 cup water plus the corn syrups and sugar.
3. Bring to a boil and let boil, stirring constantly, 8-10 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat and add the extracts.
5. Let cool to room temperature and add the vodka.
6. Pour into a jar or bottle with a tight fitting lid and let stand at least 2 weeks.