How to Measure With Vanilla Beans

When using the whole bean, determining how to measure the amount of vanilla you'll need is simple. One vanilla bean, 1-inch in length, is equal to 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract or 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste.

Things You'll Need

• Knife
• Vanilla bean
• Ruler

Instructions

1. Place the vanilla bean on the counter.

2. Use the ruler to measure the length of the bean to determine how much of the bean you'll need to use. For example, if you need 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and the vanilla bean is 2 inches, cut the bean to 1 inch and store the rest of the bean.

3. Cut the bean lengthwise.

4. Scrape the paste found inside of the vanilla pod with a knife.

5. Add to the vanilla to whatever mixture you are making.

References

• Arizona Vanilla Co.
• Zoe Bakes