Ingredient

Organic Vanilla Bean

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Vanilla bean is primarily used as a flavoring agent in a wide variety of …

What it is

Vanilla beans are the fruit of the vanilla orchid, a vine native to Mexico and Central America. The beans are harvested and then cured through a process of drying and fermentation, which develops their characteristic rich, sweet aroma and flavor. The cured beans are often scraped to extract the tiny seeds, or the whole bean is used.

Why it's used

Vanilla bean is primarily used as a flavoring agent in a wide variety of foods. Its complex, sweet taste enhances both sweet and savory dishes. It is commonly found in baked goods, ice cream, chocolate, beverages, and dairy products.

Health notes

Vanilla bean is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring. It is a natural food ingredient with no significant health concerns when consumed in typical amounts. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated vanilla and its derivatives, and EFSA has also assessed its safety.

Allergen info

Vanilla bean is not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Organic Vanilla Bean

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Organic 100% Pure Maple Syrup, Vanilla Bean THE MAPLE GUILD Organic 100% Pure Maple Syrup, Vanilla Bean Syrups & Molasses 333kcal 0Protein 0Fat 88.3Carbs Kashi International Corporation Island Vanilla Delicious Organic Whole Wheat Biscuits, Island Vanilla Cereal 327kcal 10.9Protein 1.8Fat 80Carbs Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Sandwiched Between Chocolate Chip Cookies, Vanilla Bean Three Twins Organic Inc. Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Sandwiched Between Chocolate Chip Cookies, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 322kcal 3.3Protein 17.8Fat 37.8Carbs Provo Craft & Novelty Inc. Chocolate, Citrus & Maca Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 448kcal 10.3Protein 34.5Fat 48.3Carbs Provo Craft & Novelty Inc. Chocolate, Cinnamon, Cayenne & Maca Chocolate High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 448kcal 10.3Protein 34.5Fat 48.3Carbs Topo-Logic Systems, Inc. Macaroons, Chocolate Chip Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 526kcal 5.3Protein 42.1Fat 42.1Carbs Engaging Ventures Raaka, Chocolate Bar, Yacon, Yacon Chocolate High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 584kcal 8Protein 44Fat 36Carbs Topo-Logic Systems, Inc. Emmy's, Dark Chocolate Dipped, Coconut Vanilla Macaroons, Coconut Vanilla Macaroons Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 632kcal 5.3Protein 52.6Fat 47.4Carbs SNAAK BAR,LLC Gelato, Vanilla Bean Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving 198kcal 1.0Protein 15.8Fat 19.8Carbs Amy's Kitchen Inc. Amy's, Cool Scoops, Organic Coconut Milk, Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Vanilla, Vanilla Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 185kcal 2.2Protein 13.0Fat 15.2Carbs Virgin Chocolate, Bananas Foster Engaging Ventures Virgin Chocolate, Bananas Foster Chocolate High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 520kcal 8Protein 32Fat 48Carbs Brew Dr. Kombucha Vanilla Oak Kombucha, Vanilla Oak Other Drinks 13kcal 0Protein 0Fat 3.0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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