Vanilla extract
Vanilla planifolia, Vanilla × tahitensis · Spice
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Vanilla extract is the flavour of cured vanilla pods drawn out into alcohol and water, a liquid that carries it into cakes, cookies, puddings and pastry cream. Under US rules it is at least 35% alcohol, and recipes use it by the teaspoon.
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AlcoholicStrong
SweetMedium
BitterGentle
Aroma
vanillacreamysmokyphenoliccaramelacidic
Texture
juicy
Per 100 g
288kcal
13gcarbs
0.1gprotein
0.1gfat
0gfibre
Good to know
In the US, vanilla extract must be at least 35% alcohol by volume.
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