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Vanilla
Calories & nutrition facts
artificial
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 55 kcal —
- Protein 0 g 0%
- Carbohydrate 14 g 5%
- Fat 0 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 14 g —
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Questions about Vanilla
How do you use a vanilla pod in custard?
Split the pod lengthways and scrape out the seeds. Warm the seeds and pod in the milk or cream, leave to infuse for about 10 minutes, then remove the pod before you make the custard.
How should you store vanilla pods?
Keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dark cupboard. Avoid the fridge, where they can dry out and lose their aroma.
What is the difference between vanilla extract and vanilla essence?
Vanilla extract gets its flavour from vanilla pods; vanilla essence is often made with synthetic flavouring, though products differ. Extract usually gives a fuller, more rounded flavour in baking.
What can you use instead of vanilla extract?
Vanilla paste or the scraped seeds from a vanilla pod work well. Vanilla sugar can suit cakes, but reduce the recipe’s other sugar to account for its sweetness.
Which British puddings and bakes use vanilla?
Vanilla is a classic flavour in custard, rice pudding and sponge cakes. It also pairs well with stewed rhubarb, berries and baked apples.
Can you reuse a vanilla pod after scraping out the seeds?
Yes. Rinse it if needed, dry it thoroughly and tuck it into a jar of sugar to make vanilla sugar. You can also add it to warm milk or cream for another infusion.
Source: ausnut F009351 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
