Ingredient

Vanilla Bean Paste

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use vanilla bean paste to add a rich, authentic vanilla flavor and visual …

What it is

Vanilla bean paste is a thick, dark liquid made from whole vanilla beans, water, and sugar or corn syrup. It contains the tiny black specks of vanilla seeds, giving it a speckled appearance. It offers a concentrated vanilla flavor, stronger than vanilla extract.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use vanilla bean paste to add a rich, authentic vanilla flavor and visual appeal to foods. Its intense flavor makes it ideal for baked goods like cakes, cookies, and muffins, as well as ice cream and other desserts. The visible bean specks can enhance the perceived quality of the product.

Health notes

Vanilla bean paste is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring. It is not typically associated with any adverse health effects when consumed in amounts found in food. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated vanilla and its derivatives, and EFSA has also assessed flavorings. No specific regulatory limits or concerns are usually raised for vanilla bean paste in typical food use.

Allergen info

Vanilla bean paste is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Vanilla Bean Paste

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NOT A BRANDED ITEM Neapolitan Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 342kcal 4.0Protein 21.1Fat 31.6Carbs Pinnacle Foods Group LLC Double Vanilla Muffins Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 294kcal 3.5Protein 10.6Fat 45.9Carbs

Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Milk Chocolate Filled With Red Velvet Cake Ganache, Red Velvet Cake, Red Velvet Cake Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 484kcal 6.2Protein 26.6Fat 53.1Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Milk Chocolate With Red Velvet Cake Ganache Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 484kcal 6.2Protein 26.6Fat 53.1Carbs Hammond's Candies Since 1920, LLC Hammond's, Red Velvet Cake Chocolate High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 484kcal 6.2Protein 26.6Fat 53.1Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Cake By The Slice, Luscious Vanilla Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 100% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 55% DV per serving 342kcal 3.7Protein 18.4Fat 40Carbs JH BIOTECH, INC. Oats & Grain Cereal, Vanilla Bean Cereal 400kcal 7.3Protein 7.3Fat 78.2Carbs Edoughble Premium Cookie Dough, Cookies N' Dream Crusts & Dough High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 464kcal 3.6Protein 25Fat 64.3Carbs Astor Chocolate Corp. Milk Chocolate Caramel, Milk Chocolate Chocolate High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 46% DV per serving 500kcal 4Protein 28Fat 56Carbs

Dowd International, Inc Vanilla Bean Avocado Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert, Vanilla Bean Other Frozen Desserts 227kcal 0Protein 14.7Fat 24Carbs Unna Bakery LLC Lemon Lime Buttery, Rich & Tangy Traditional Swedish Butter Cookies, Lemon Lime Cookies & Biscuits 583kcal 8.3Protein 37.5Fat 50Carbs 5D Foods LLC. Velvety Vanilla Ice Cream, Velvety Vanilla Other Frozen Desserts 333kcal 3.7Protein 9.3Fat 29.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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