Homemade Vanilla Bean Paste Recipe
This Homemade Vanilla Bean Paste is rich, flavorful, and perfect for baking. Made with real vanilla beans, it provides a deep, aromatic taste that enhances cakes, cookies, and desserts.
Ingredients
- 6 vanilla beans
- ½ cup light corn syrup or honey
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Slice vanilla beans lengthwise and scrape out the seeds
- In a small saucepan, combine water, corn syrup, and vanilla seeds
- Add the vanilla bean pods and bring to a gentle simmer over low heat
- Stir occasionally and let the mixture reduce slightly for about 10 minutes
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract
- Let cool, then strain out the vanilla bean pods (optional)
- Store in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 6 months
Notes
• Use honey or maple syrup instead of corn syrup for a natural alternative
• The longer the paste sits, the stronger the flavor will be
• One tablespoon of vanilla bean paste equals one whole vanilla bean