Alberto Ray

3 teaspoons. As far as substitutions go, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract is equal to one 2-inch piece of vanilla bean, so 1 typical vanilla… Read More »What Is The Equivalent Of 1 Vanilla Bean To Vanilla Extract?

If your recipe calls for paste but you only have extract on hand (or vice versa), you can substitute an equal amount of extract for… Read More »Do You Use The Same Amount Of Vanilla Paste As Vanilla Extract?

Vanilla Bean Conversion Chart Vanilla Bean Equivalency to: Vanilla Extract Ground Vanilla Beans 1/4 Whole Vanilla Bean 1/4 tbsp 1/2 tbsp 1/2 Whole Vanilla Bean… Read More »What Is 1 Vanilla Bean Equivalent To?

Additionally, depending on the brand, the flavor of vanilla extract is generally twice as strong as that of vanilla essence. So if you’re using vanilla… Read More »Is Pure Vanilla Stronger Than Vanilla Extract?

Traditional Mexican Vanilla has 10% alcohol (90% water) and less than 1% of natural vanillin. The vanillin helps hold the flavor. What is Mexican vanilla… Read More »Is Mexican Vanilla Made With Alcohol?

When stored properly, vanilla extract will keep indefinitely, but using it within five years will allow for best flavor and aroma. Do not refrigerate or… Read More »Does Vanilla Go Bad After Opening?

Madagascar vanilla Also called bourbon vanilla, Madagascan vanilla comes from the same plant and has the same basic flavor notes as Mexican vanilla. Is Bourbon… Read More »Does Bourbon Vanilla Extract Taste Different?