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Description
Transform your desserts into visual masterpieces with Nielsen-Massey Pure Vanilla Bean Paste. Distributed by ChickenPieces.com from our Calgary logistics hub, this 32 oz professional bottle offers the culinary convenience of an extract with the premium look of fresh vanilla seeds. Using their world-renowned Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla Extract as a base, Nielsen-Massey adds real exhausted vanilla bean seeds and a natural thickener to create a paste that allows the flavor—and the beautiful black specks—to be evenly distributed throughout your recipes.
Why It Works
- Instant Visual Appeal: Provides the "gourmet" look of real vanilla bean seeds without the high cost and time-consuming labor of splitting and scraping individual pods.
- Madagascar Bourbon Quality: Delivers a full-bodied, sweet, and creamy flavor profile that is heat-stable and perfectly balanced for all baking applications.
- Consistent Distribution: The thick, viscous consistency ensures that the vanilla seeds stay suspended in your batters and creams rather than sinking to the bottom.
- Professional 32 oz Volume: The quart-sized bottle is the most economical choice for high-volume bakeries, restaurants, and catering companies.
- Clean Label Purity: Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Gluten-Free, and Kosher. Contains no artificial colors or synthetic flavorings.
- Fast Calgary Logistics: Stocked locally in Alberta, we provide rapid, tracked shipping across Canada to keep your pastry station fully equipped.
Use Cases
- Gourmet Ice Cream: Create authentic "Vanilla Bean" ice cream where the black specks serve as a hallmark of premium quality.
- Clear Glazes & Frostings: Add depth and visual texture to royal icing or donut glazes where standard extract might be too thin.
- Pastry Creams & Custards: Enhance the elegance of fruit tarts and éclairs with visible vanilla seeds that signify a "scratch-made" approach.
- Luxury Whipped Cream: Elevate a simple Chantilly cream by folding in a teaspoon of paste for a sophisticated, speckled finish.
Specifications
- Brand: Nielsen-Massey Vanillas
- Product Type: Pure Vanilla Bean Paste
- Size: 32 fl oz (946 ml / 1 Quart)
- Ingredients: Sugar, Water, Vanilla Extract, Vanilla Beans, Gum Tragacanth (Natural Thickener)
- Certifications: Gluten-Free, Kosher, Non-GMO
- Storage: Store in a cool, dark place. Do not refrigerate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use this as a direct replacement for vanilla extract?
Yes! The measurement is 1:1. If your recipe calls for one tablespoon of vanilla extract, use one tablespoon of paste. Because it is thicker and contains sugar, it is especially popular in frostings and batters where you don't want to add too much extra liquid.
Is there a difference in flavor between the paste and the extract?
The core flavor is identical, as the paste is made using the same Madagascar Bourbon extract. However, because the seeds are present, some chefs believe the paste offers a slightly more "floral" and "earthy" finish that mimics the experience of using a fresh pod.
Does it contain real sugar?
Yes, the paste uses sugar as a carrier to maintain its thick consistency and to help keep the vanilla seeds suspended. Keep this in mind if you are adjusting recipes for sugar-sensitive diets, though the amount used per serving is generally negligible.
Why is the paste thicker than extract?
Nielsen-Massey uses a small amount of Gum Tragacanth, a natural plant-based gum, to give the paste its body. This prevents the