Calories
288 kcal
14% of Daily kcal · energy-dense
Protein
0.5 g
1% RDI
Fat
0.1 g
0g sat fat
Carbs
70 g
25% RDI
Sugar
68 g
100% RDI
Fiber
0.5 g
2% RDI
Salt
0 g
0% RDI
Vanilla Bean Paste
Vanilla Bean Paste is a concentrated vanilla-flavored ingredient used in baking and dessert making to add intense vanilla aroma; it originated from cured vanilla pods and is common in European and American pastry kitchens. It is relatively energy-dense at 288kcal per 100g but in practice is used in very small amounts for flavor rather than bulk. Nutritionally, vanilla bean paste is mainly a source of flavoring and contains mostly carbohydrates and added sugar, with negligible protein, fiber and fat — so it contributes taste more than nutrients. From a health perspective, vanilla provides aromatic compounds such as vanillin that have mild antioxidant properties, but because paste is often sweetened and used in small quantities it is best treated as a flavoring rather than a nutrient-rich ingredient.
Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~4.00€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
E-
Use selectively
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Nutrition
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Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
E- · 1.1 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Vanilla Bean Paste healthy?
Vanilla Bean Paste is rated E- on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Vanilla Bean Paste?
Vanilla Bean Paste is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.
Q.05Is Vanilla Bean Paste gluten free?
Yes, Vanilla Bean Paste is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Vanilla Bean Paste?
100g of Vanilla Bean Paste contains 288 kcal, 0.5g protein, 70g carbohydrates, 0.1g fat, and 0.5g fiber.
Q.04Is Vanilla Bean Paste vegan?
Yes, Vanilla Bean Paste is vegan.
Q.06Is Vanilla Bean Paste lactose free?
Yes, Vanilla Bean Paste is lactose free.
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