❖ [Homemade Vanilla Paste] How to Make Vanilla Bean Paste? A 4-Step Easy Guide

Benefits of Making Your Own Vanilla Bean Paste

As a professional vanilla bean farmer with decades of baking experience, I deeply understand the importance of vanilla’s enchanting aroma in desserts and beverages. While store-bought vanilla bean paste is convenient, some products contain unnecessary additives or low-quality artificial flavorings, affecting both flavor and health. This article shares a simple recipe for homemade vanilla bean paste, with pure ingredients that save costs and allow you to fully enjoy the authentic taste of vanilla.

• Simple Ingredients: Making it yourself ensures complete control over ingredient sources, avoiding additives or artificial flavorings.
• Cost-Effective: Purchasing high-quality vanilla beans and making paste at home is more economical than buying pre-made products.
• Pure Flavor: Using natural vanilla beans and vanilla extract retains the full aroma and flavor of vanilla.

Ingredients for Vanilla Bean Paste

Ingredients for Homemade Vanilla Bean Paste

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• RO Water: Pure water helps stabilize the paste for longer preservation.
• Vanilla Extract: Homemade vanilla extract is natural and cost-effective.
• Vanilla Beans: 2 beans, ideally sourced from a trusted farmer for rich flavor.

TipsThe flavor profiles of vanilla beans and extracts vary by source. This recipe is designed for use with vanilla beans grown on our farm. To obtain the recipe ratios, please leave a note when ordering [Vanilla Beans] or [Vanilla Extract Beans] from the Vanilla Farmer Store. (Commercial recipes are available only for bulk collaboration with businesses.)

How to Choose Vanilla Products

To make vanilla bean paste, you’ll need vanilla beans and vanilla extract. It’s recommended to first purchase a small quantity of vanilla beans and extract beans from the Vanilla Farmer Store. After receiving them, soak the extract beans in vodka to create homemade vanilla extract. Then use the prepared extract and vanilla beans to craft your paste!

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It’s not recommended to use vanilla powder when making vanilla bean paste. Vanilla paste is typically used for making glazes or cold sauces, and vanilla powder can result in a grainy texture.

How to Make Vanilla Bean Paste

Heat the Sugar Syrup

Add sugar and RO water to a saucepan. Avoid over-stirring and heat over medium-low heat until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer.

Tips: Avoid excessive stirring with a spoon during heating, as this can cause the sugar to crystallize. Gently swirl the pan to help the syrup heat evenly.

Cool the Syrup and Add Vanilla Extract

Once the syrup has cooled, add vanilla extract and stir well to create vanilla syrup.

Prepare the Vanilla Beans

Split the vanilla beans and scrape out the seeds. Mix the seeds thoroughly with the syrup. The tiny black specks of vanilla seeds are the essence of its flavor.

保存

Sterilize the container for the paste thoroughly with hot water or alcohol to extend its shelf life and prevent bacterial contamination. Transfer the mixed vanilla bean paste into the sterilized container and seal it tightly for storage.

The leftover vanilla bean shells still contain a rich aroma and can be used to make vanilla extract or placed in a sugar jar to create vanilla sugar, reducing waste.

Usage and Storage of Vanilla Bean Paste

This homemade vanilla bean paste is perfect for dessert glazes or flavoring. However, since it contains no preservatives, it must be stored in the refrigerator and used within two weeks. As the shelf life is short, it’s recommended to make it in small batches based on your usage frequency.

Frequently Asked Questions

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