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Sugar, Water, Vanilla extract, vanilla beans, Gum Tragacanth
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Sugar, Water, Vanilla extract, vanilla beans, Gum Tragacanth
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Includes 2 Jars of Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Paste is made with our famous Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract with the addition of real seeds from the vanilla pod, combined in a slightly viscous base. It is used whenever the distinctive look of vanilla seeds is desired. Pure Vanilla Bean Paste is used measure for measure the same as Pure Vanilla Extract or to replace whole vanilla beams in recipes..
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27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
By Kate Witt
I use this in all my recipes where vanilla is a dominant flavor: caramel sauce, vanilla pudding, ice cream, butter cookies, you get the idea. In fact, this is what makes my caramel sauce extra special, and earned it the rating of "you want to eat it with a spoon instead of putting on your ice cream!" from my friend. I love this stuff. You use 1 tablespoon to equal one vanilla bean. The flavor is exactly the same from what I can tell, much finer flavor than vanilla extract. I can definitley tell the difference between pudding made with this and pudding made with normal extract. If a recipe calls for vanilla beans, buy this instead because it's much more economical.
However: If the recipe has other overpowering flavors (chocolate etc.), use regular extract, you won't want to waste this good stuff because you can't tell the difference.
However: If the recipe has other overpowering flavors (chocolate etc.), use regular extract, you won't want to waste this good stuff because you can't tell the difference.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Casey P.
Amazon Verified Purchase
Oh my goodness! I will never use vanilla extract again. Just opening the bottle of this vanilla bean paste releases an intense scent of vanilla
that fills the room and makes your mouth water. The vanilla seeds are very visable and the flavor intense.
The only problem I had is that the paste(really a syrup)is so thick, it's difficult to get off of the spoon. I'm going to try to remedy that by using one of those medication syringes that you can get for children.
that fills the room and makes your mouth water. The vanilla seeds are very visable and the flavor intense.
The only problem I had is that the paste(really a syrup)is so thick, it's difficult to get off of the spoon. I'm going to try to remedy that by using one of those medication syringes that you can get for children.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By sg
Amazon Verified Purchase
This is great for your ice creams and sauce's
it won't spoil so if you don't use fresh beans that often this is a great choice because it won't spoil or mold
it won't spoil so if you don't use fresh beans that often this is a great choice because it won't spoil or mold
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
I can't tell you how long I have had my eye on Vanilla Bean Paste. That's why when I came across an advertisement from Nielsen-Massey looking for someone to try the product and review it, I was on it like sticky on candy. And, I knew I had to call in my favorite cousin, Kelly, to help in the taste testing. I love to bake, but I normally stick to the basics. Kelly, on the other hand, is a gourmet cook. Together, I felt we could we could give this bottle of vanilla bean paste a run it would not soon forget.
Being a baker and a firm believer of making everything from scratch, I have been making my own vanilla extract for years. What Kelly and I did was put the two to a taste test, and that began with an old fashion "stick your finger and lick it" test. The Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Bean Paste (check out the picture) is very thick, almost like molasses, and true to its claim, has a lot of vanilla beans. It also has an extraordinary flavor that had it not been for Kelly, I would have stood there all day and continued to "dip and lick". That sounds sort of dirty, but this vanilla paste is sinfully good - all-by-itself.
I have lots of pictures and recipes that we tried with the vanilla bean paste on my blog.
In conclusion, I have to highly recommend hunting down Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Bean Paste. It has a rich intense flavor that cannot be duplicated with an extract. It has a heavy dose of vanilla pods within the dark syrup that will add a richness to any dish you use it in. It is worth whatever it costs and the trouble it takes to find it. It is THAT good.
Being a baker and a firm believer of making everything from scratch, I have been making my own vanilla extract for years. What Kelly and I did was put the two to a taste test, and that began with an old fashion "stick your finger and lick it" test. The Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Bean Paste (check out the picture) is very thick, almost like molasses, and true to its claim, has a lot of vanilla beans. It also has an extraordinary flavor that had it not been for Kelly, I would have stood there all day and continued to "dip and lick". That sounds sort of dirty, but this vanilla paste is sinfully good - all-by-itself.
I have lots of pictures and recipes that we tried with the vanilla bean paste on my blog.
In conclusion, I have to highly recommend hunting down Nielsen-Massey Vanilla Bean Paste. It has a rich intense flavor that cannot be duplicated with an extract. It has a heavy dose of vanilla pods within the dark syrup that will add a richness to any dish you use it in. It is worth whatever it costs and the trouble it takes to find it. It is THAT good.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Michael Hunt
Amazon Verified Purchase
The best way to describe this substance is gooey, sugary deliciousness with loads of finely ground vanilla pods equally dispersed in it. When you smell it the first time, you want to eat the bottle, shards of glass be damned.
I religiously make hot chocolate from scratch this time of the year. To every batch I add one "cap full" of vanilla extract. Tonight I used this product, which dissolved very easily into the hot chocolate.
This was the best cup of the season and I will be making it this way from now on. While not cheap, this vanilla bean paste gives it a dimension that is enjoyable and I can't wait to try in my next batch of baked goods.
I religiously make hot chocolate from scratch this time of the year. To every batch I add one "cap full" of vanilla extract. Tonight I used this product, which dissolved very easily into the hot chocolate.
This was the best cup of the season and I will be making it this way from now on. While not cheap, this vanilla bean paste gives it a dimension that is enjoyable and I can't wait to try in my next batch of baked goods.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By CityGal410
Amazon Verified Purchase
If you are a baker like me, you will love this Vanilla Bean Paste. It is much better than vanilla extract and cheaper than using the inside of vanilla beans. You get the ease of the extract, but the flavor and taste of the vanilla bean. This paste really shines in uncooked recipes like homemade vanilla bean ice cream, but it also is amazing in creme brulee and vanilla cakes. You can see the flecks of vanilla beans when you use this. When you come across a recipe that calls for "good vanilla extract"....this is what you should be using! I used to buy this at the King Arthur website, but the price at Amazon is much better. Of course you have to buy two, but I never have a problem using it up.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Rambam
I started the hunt for perfect vanilla when I got my first ice cream maker. Vanilla extract left an alcohol flavor and working with vanilla beans is, well honestly, to much work. When I came across Mielsen Massey Madagascar Vanilla Bean Paste, I had to try it. It was the best way to make ice cream.
First the aroma and taste is out standing. It smells and tastes like vanilla. There is no alcohol flavor or smell. No little beans to scrape. It is pure vanilla in an easy to use paste that tastes fantastic.
I use it for everything I do that calls for vanilla, from cakes to pancakes and of course ice cream.
Once you try it, you will never go back.
First the aroma and taste is out standing. It smells and tastes like vanilla. There is no alcohol flavor or smell. No little beans to scrape. It is pure vanilla in an easy to use paste that tastes fantastic.
I use it for everything I do that calls for vanilla, from cakes to pancakes and of course ice cream.
Once you try it, you will never go back.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Asp
Amazon Verified Purchase
I'd never used vanilla paste until I got this. It was cheaper than the extract and seemed to get positive reviews, so I thought I'd try it out.
It is very good; it adds a good vanilla flavor to things and so far I'm happy with it. The only reason this is not a 5-star review is that the paste can be a little difficult to use in very small doses. With extract you can use an eye-dropper or similar device to use only a few drops in a small batch of cookies; with the paste it is more difficult to get a small amount. Still possible, just not as convenient.
It does make delicious cookies.
And for those wondering (as I did): this replaced extract, 1-to-1, so if you're recipe uses 1 tsp of extract, you use 1 tsp of paste.
It is very good; it adds a good vanilla flavor to things and so far I'm happy with it. The only reason this is not a 5-star review is that the paste can be a little difficult to use in very small doses. With extract you can use an eye-dropper or similar device to use only a few drops in a small batch of cookies; with the paste it is more difficult to get a small amount. Still possible, just not as convenient.
It does make delicious cookies.
And for those wondering (as I did): this replaced extract, 1-to-1, so if you're recipe uses 1 tsp of extract, you use 1 tsp of paste.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is the best!
We stumbled on this vanilla about a year ago. When you liberally put it in whipped cream, it makes it taste like the best vanilla bean ice cream you've ever had. Read more
Published 15 days ago by Wanda
4.0 out of 5 stars
A Nice Shot of Vanilla, Without Having to Get the Whole Beans
If you are looking to add a nice taste of vanilla and also get the visual impact of the vanilla bean specks, then this is the right choice. Read more
Published 1 month ago by William A Rohrbach
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love It!
This vanilla is great without adding alcohol or chemicals to your baking. I love it and have already reordered it twice!
Published 1 month ago by aschmidy
5.0 out of 5 stars
use all the time
I got this initially for some smoothie recipes a lady had recommended. Man was she right! it smells so good and tastes great! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ashley
5.0 out of 5 stars
favorite vanilla
There is something so good that the vanilla paste adds to baked goods. I don't eat a lot of sweet things so when I do I want them to be outstanding, and this product makes thing... Read more
Published 2 months ago by wcmom
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
I love the little specks of vanilla bean that can be seen in this paste. I use it in anything that calls for vanilla. It is especially good in vanilla scones and cakes.
Published 3 months ago by DR. TO BE Schlecht
1.0 out of 5 stars
Too sweet. More sweet than Vanilla flavor.
I was not expecting a sweet syrup but that's what this is. It is much too sweet to be used. I thought this would be really high in vanilla flavor, not so much in sugar, but it just... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Nana
4.0 out of 5 stars
As Advertised
This is a good product and will be helpful in your baking & dessert efforts. Smooth and does't dilute your product.
Published 4 months ago by A. M. Frank
3.0 out of 5 stars
Just so-so
This vanilla bean paste is okay, but it doesn't have a great aroma or flavor compared to the other high-quality extracts I've used. Read more
Published 4 months ago by BC Reviewer
5.0 out of 5 stars
So yummy!
Watched Jamie Oliver use this product on his shows for a few years now and FINALLY decided to look for vanilla bean paste to use in our cooking. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Susan Farrow
