Vanilla bean paste

Vanilla bean paste is pure vanilla with natural vanilla bean seeds in a unique, convenient, paste form. Use this paste in any recipe that calls for vanilla extract.  Vanilla extract and paste can be used interchangeably along with vanilla beans.  Vanilla sugar is NOT a good substitute for any of these ingredients.

Where To Buy Vanilla Paste

We are fans of Nielsen Massey vanilla products because they are high quality and consistently reliable.  You can find their products in kitchen shops like Willilams Sonoma and Sur La Table.  Some well-stocked grocery stores sell the Nielsen Massey products as does Amazon.com: Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Bean Paste

To replace vanilla bean paste in a recipe:

• Use equal amounts of of vanilla extract.
• OR - Use one whole vanilla bean (steeped in cooking liquid) to replace 1 tablespoon of vanilla bean paste.
• OR - Use 1 tablespoon of vanilla powder to replace 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste.