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Vanilla paste Calories
Concentrated vanilla flavoring paste, typically sweetened
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (small) of Vanilla paste (5 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 280 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.4 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Vanilla paste Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (small) · 5 g
14
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
3.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Vanilla paste nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (small) (5 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Small Teaspoon of Vanilla paste?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 14 kcal |
| ½ teaspoon (mini) | 2.5 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (double) | 10 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 42 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 84 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 80 g | 224 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 280 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 160 g | 448 kcal |
Calculated from 280 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vanilla paste
What is vanilla paste made of?
Vanilla paste is a thick vanilla flavoring that commonly contains vanilla extract or beans, visible vanilla seeds, and a sweetener or thickener. Ingredients vary by brand, so some products are sweeter or thicker than others.
How is vanilla paste different from vanilla extract?
Vanilla paste is thick and often contains visible vanilla seeds, while vanilla extract is a liquid flavoring. Both add vanilla flavor to recipes, but paste also gives desserts the speckled appearance associated with vanilla bean.
Can you use vanilla paste instead of vanilla extract?
Yes, vanilla paste can replace vanilla extract in many recipes. Start with the amount of extract the recipe calls for, then follow the paste manufacturer's guidance if available, since products can vary in concentration and sweetness.
How do you use vanilla paste in baking?
Stir vanilla paste directly into cake batter, cookie dough, custards, or frosting. It works especially well when you want both a noticeable vanilla flavor and the little dark seed flecks to show in the finished dessert.
Can vanilla paste replace a vanilla bean?
Yes, vanilla paste can stand in for a vanilla bean when you want vanilla flavor and visible seeds without splitting and scraping a pod. Use the amount recommended on the product, as paste concentration varies between brands.
Is vanilla paste sweetened?
Many vanilla pastes contain sugar or syrup, but the ingredients differ by brand. If you are balancing sweetness in a recipe, check the product ingredients and taste the mixture before adding extra sugar.
Does vanilla paste contain alcohol?
Some vanilla pastes contain vanilla extract made with alcohol, while others use different flavoring ingredients. The formula is brand-specific, so check the ingredients if you need to avoid alcohol in a particular recipe.
How should you store vanilla paste after opening?
Close the jar tightly and follow the storage directions on its label after opening. Use a clean, dry spoon each time to keep moisture and food debris out, which helps preserve the paste's quality.
Can you add vanilla paste to coffee or hot chocolate?
Yes, you can stir vanilla paste into coffee or hot chocolate. Begin with a small amount because the paste may already be sweetened, and mix thoroughly so its thick texture disperses through the drink.
Can you make vanilla paste at home?
Yes, homemade vanilla paste can be made by combining vanilla beans or extract with a sweet syrup-like ingredient and a thickener. Recipes vary, so follow one that gives clear preparation and storage instructions rather than assuming it keeps like a commercial product.
Vanilla paste Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin E
0.01mg · 0% DV
B3
0.01mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
7.4mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.6mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1mg · 0% DV
Vanilla paste Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Vanilla paste
To burn the 14 calories in 1 teaspoon (small) (5 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Vanilla paste?
Vanilla paste is a thick, concentrated flavouring made with vanilla extract and often the tiny seeds scraped from vanilla pods. Depending on the recipe, it may also contain sugar or syrup. Vanilla originated in Mexico, but the paste is now used in kitchens around the world to bring both its fragrant flavour and the familiar speckled look to desserts.
Stir it into cake batter, custard, ice cream or porridge, or add a little to coffee. Its taste is sweet, floral and warm, with a smooth texture and occasional flecks of seed. It is mainly a source of carbohydrate rather than a nutrient-dense ingredient, so think of it as a flavour accent. Start with a small spoonful and adjust to taste; it pairs especially well with chocolate, berries and creamy desserts.
How Nutritious Is Vanilla paste?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Vanilla paste Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Vanilla paste Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Vanilla paste Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Vanilla paste Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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