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Vanilla Bean Paste Recipe

Homemade vanilla bean paste with real vanilla flavor and visible bean specks.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Baking Essential, Pantry Staple
Cuisine: International
Calories: 15
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 whole vanilla beans fresh and plump
  • 1/4 cup sugar granulated white or superfine
  • 1/4 cup honey or light corn syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Equipment

  • Sharp paring knife or small serrated knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small bowl or jar
  • Fork or small whisk
  • Airtight glass jar for storage
  • Spoon for mixing

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and equipment on a clean, dry surface.
  2. Hold each vanilla bean up to the light and check for wrinkles, firmness, and aroma.
  3. Lay each vanilla bean flat on your cutting board and carefully cut it lengthwise.
  4. Use the flat edge of your knife blade or a small spoon to scrape out the seeds into a small bowl.
  5. Add the granulated sugar to the bowl with the vanilla seeds and mix thoroughly.
  6. Pour the honey into the sugar and vanilla mixture, then add the sea salt. Stir until you have a thick, smooth paste.
  7. Continue mixing for another minute until the paste is uniform.
  8. Spoon the finished vanilla bean paste into a clean, dry glass jar.

Notes

Use in any recipe that calls for vanilla extract.