Homemade Vanilla Bean Paste
- Autumn, Christmas, Desserts & Sweets, Food Preservation, Holidays & Seasonal, Winter
Elevate your recipes with homemade vanilla bean paste! Made from just vanilla beans, sugar, and water, this rich and aromatic paste adds a deep, luxurious flavor to your favorite desserts and sauces. It’s not only perfect for enhancing dishes but also makes a thoughtful gift from the kitchen that’s sure to impress friends and family.
Ingredients:
- 150 g water
- 150 g sugar
- 5 vanilla beans
Directions:
1. Prepare the vanilla beans: Cut the vanilla beans into small pieces and trim the hard ends if necessary.
2. Heat sugar and water: In a saucepan, heat water and sugar over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
3. Add vanilla and simmer: Add the prepared vanilla pieces to the sugar syrup, stir, and bring to a boil. Then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Blend for a smooth consistency: Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes, then blend it in a blender or food processor until smooth.
5. Cool and store: Pour into a sterilized, airtight container and store in the refrigerator. The vanilla bean paste will keep for about 6 months in the fridge.
Some Recipe Tips:
Use Fresh Vanilla Beans: Choose plump and fragrant vanilla beans for the best flavor. Avoid dried or brittle beans.
Experiment with Flavor: Consider adding a splash of alcohol (like vodka or rum) to enhance the flavor and help with preservation.
Versatile Use: Use your vanilla bean paste in various recipes, such as desserts, sauces, or even savory dishes for a unique flavor twist.
Storage | Shelf Life: To ensure the freshness of your homemade vanilla bean paste, store it in an airtight, sterilized container in the refrigerator. Properly stored, the paste will keep for up to 6 months. Always use a clean spoon to avoid contamination and preserve its rich flavor.
Homemade Vanilla Bean Paste
Course: Food Preservation, Vanilla, Baking & DessertsCuisine: Europäisch, InternationalDifficulty: Easy1x 220 ml
jar25-30
minutesElevate your recipes with homemade vanilla bean paste! Made from just vanilla beans, sugar, and water, this rich and aromatic paste adds a deep, luxurious flavor to your favorite desserts and sauces. It's not only perfect for enhancing dishes but also makes a thoughtful gift from the kitchen that’s sure to impress friends and family.
Ingredients
150 g water
150 g sugar
5 vanilla beans
Directions
Prepare the vanilla beans: Cut the vanilla beans into small pieces and trim the hard ends if necessary.
Heat sugar and water: In a saucepan, heat water and sugar over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
Add vanilla and simmer: Add the prepared vanilla pieces to the sugar syrup, stir, and bring to a boil. Then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until slightly thickened.
Blend for a smooth consistency: Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes, then blend it in a blender or food processor until smooth.
Cool and store: Pour into a sterilized, airtight container and store in the refrigerator. The vanilla bean paste will keep for about 6 months in the fridge.
Notes
- Use Fresh Vanilla Beans: Choose plump and fragrant vanilla beans for the best flavor. Avoid dried or brittle beans.
- Experiment with Flavor: Consider adding a splash of alcohol (like vodka or rum) to enhance the flavor and help with preservation.
- Versatile Use: Use your vanilla bean paste in various recipes, such as desserts, sauces, or even savory dishes for a unique flavor twist.
- Storage | Shelf Life: To ensure the freshness of your homemade vanilla bean paste, store it in an airtight, sterilized container in the refrigerator. Properly stored, the paste will keep for up to 6 months. Always use a clean spoon to avoid contamination and preserve its rich flavor.