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Vanilla Extract: Natural Flavoring for Your Kitchen

Vanilla extract is a natural extract of vanilla beans used to flavor foods and desserts.

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🍴 other📅 year-round🌍 It most commonly comes from Madagascar, Tahiti and Mexico.

Nutrition per 100 g

Calories	288 kcal
Protein	0.1 g
Fat	0.1 g
Carbohydrates	12.7 g
Fiber	0 g

Vitamins

B1, B2, B3

Minerals

iron, calcium, potassium

GI index

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🍳 Culinary uses

Vanilla extract is used in confectionery and baking and is added to batters, creams and drinks.

🔍 How to choose

Good-quality vanilla extract should have a dark color and an intense aroma.

📦 Storage

Keep it in a dark bottle at room temperature; it has a practically unlimited shelf life.

🔄 Substitutes

You can substitute vanilla sugar or vanilla powder, but the flavor will be less intense.

💚 Health benefits

Vanilla extract contains aromatic compounds with antioxidant activity, and its aroma may have a pleasant effect on mood.

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Vanilla extract is a natural extract of vanilla beans and is considered the highest-quality form of vanilla flavoring used in cooking and baking.

Production

Vanilla beans, most commonly from Vanilla planifolia, are macerated in a solution of ethanol and water for several months. During this process, vanillin and hundreds of other aromatic compounds are released from the beans, creating a complex flavor profile. A good-quality extract should contain at least 35 % alcohol and extract from approximately 100 g of beans per liter.

Bean origins

• Madagascar – the most widely used, with a creamy, sweet profile (Bourbon vanilla)
• Tahiti – floral and fruity
• Mexico – spicier, with notes of chocolate

Uses

Vanilla extract is a versatile ingredient in confectionery and baking. It is added to:

• batters and creams
• ice creams and mousses
• sauces and caramel preparations
• smoothies and hot drinks

Interestingly, a small amount of vanilla extract can also enhance chocolate flavor, which is why it is added to many chocolate recipes.

Storage

Keep vanilla extract in a dark bottle at room temperature. Thanks to its alcohol content, it has a practically unlimited shelf life, and its flavor may even deepen over time.