What is Vanilla Beans? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Vanilla Beans?

Vanilla beans are the long, slender, dark brown pods of the Vanilla orchid native to Mexico. They are a popular ingredient in baking, cooking, and confectionery, as they add a rich, sweet, and complex flavor and aroma to a variety of dishes. Vanilla beans contain natural compounds called vanillin, which give them their characteristic flavor and aroma. They are often used in desserts such as ice cream, cakes, and custards, as well as in beverages such as coffee and tea. Vanilla beans are also used to produce vanilla extract, a common ingredient in many baked goods and desserts.

What does Vanilla Beans Taste Like?

Sweet

Sweet is one of the five main tastes. It has smooth and round notes in its flavor profile. Sweet is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including fruits, berries, winter squashes, sugarcane, and honey. The sweet taste in these foods is due to a higher sugar content. Sweetness is characteristic of desserts and is used as an accent in savory foods.

Vanilla Beans Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 bean3g

bean

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	10kcal	1%
Fats	0g	0%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	0g	0%
Carbs	0g	0%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	0g	0%
Cholesterol	0mg	0%
Sodium	0mg	0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Vanilla Beans?

1 bean of Vanilla Beans contains 0 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Vanilla Beans?

1 bean of Vanilla Beans contains 0 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Vanilla Beans?

1 bean of Vanilla Beans contains 0 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Vanilla Beans?

1 bean of Vanilla Beans contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 bean of Vanilla Beans?

There are 10 calories in 1 bean of Vanilla Beans.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Vanilla Beans?

There are 94 calories in 1 oz of Vanilla Beans.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Vanilla Beans?

There are 1510 calories in 1 pound of Vanilla Beans.