Vanilla Bean Paste

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Cut vanilla beans into thirds.
  2. 2Place all ingredients except xanthan gum into a blender.
  3. 3Blend on high for 2-3 minutes.
  4. 4After a few minutes, stop the blender and add xanthan gum inside.
  5. 5Blend for another 30 seconds.
  6. 6Your vanilla bean paste is ready to use.
  7. 7Store in a cool, dark place.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vanilla beans
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 0.75 cup alcohol (80 proof)
  • 0.33 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp corn syrup
  • 0.25 tsp xanthan gum

Equipment

blender

Tips

  • Ready to use right away
  • Will get better as time passes
  • Store in a cool, dark place
  • Lasts around 3 years
  • Can be used as a 1:1 swap for vanilla extract
  • Gives a deeper, richer, more vanilla-y taste