Use vanilla bean paste when you want vanilla specks without adding much liquid
Vanilla bean paste adds visible vanilla seeds and flavour with a thick consistency, useful when you don’t want extra liquid in a recipe.
The video describes vanilla bean paste as extract plus sugar/thickener and extra seeds. It’s recommended when you want the “seedy” look or when adding more liquid would be undesirable.
The short version
- Gives visible specks in batters/creams
- Helpful when you want to avoid adding extra liquid
Why it works
The thickened base carries seeds and flavour while contributing less free liquid than an extract.
Put it to use
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