Native Vanilla Pure Vanilla Bean Paste — 4 oz (2-Pack), No Added Sugar, Speckled for Baking & Ice Cream

Native Vanilla Pure Vanilla Bean Paste is a concentrated, speckled vanilla product made from real vanilla beans that adds deep flavor and pod flecks to baking, ice cream, sauces, and beverages.

This two-pack of 4 oz jars delivers a shelf-stable alternative to whole beans and liquid extract for home cooks and professionals who want authentic vanilla flavor and visible bean specks without added sugar or artificial thickeners. Native Vanilla’s formula blends ground vanilla bean powder, organic agave nectar, and pure vanilla extract to create a paste that’s easy to measure and stir into recipes for immediate, aromatic impact.

How does this paste compare to whole vanilla beans or vanilla extract?

Vanilla bean paste bridges the gap between whole pods and liquid extract: it carries the fragrance and flecked appearance of scraped beans while offering the convenience and consistent measure of an extract. Use the paste when you want the look of pod specks but don’t want to split and scrape beans.

• 1 tablespoon paste ≈ 1 whole vanilla bean ≈ 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• Provides visible black specks from real pods for presentation
• Ready to stir into cold or hot preparations — no soaking required
• Longer usable life when stored sealed in a cool, dark place (up to 3 years)

What can I make with Native Vanilla Pure Vanilla Bean Paste?

The paste is versatile across sweet and savory applications: it enhances ice cream bases, custards, cakes, cookies, syrups, coffee drinks, and dessert sauces, and can even be used in compound butter or rich vinaigrettes for a subtle aromatic lift.

• Add a teaspoon to custards or pastry creams for pronounced vanilla notes
• Fold into ice cream base for consistent flavor and pod specks
• Stir into coffee, lattes, or hot chocolate as a sugar-free flavor boost
• Incorporate into frostings and fillings to improve aroma and appearance

What are the ingredients and quality assurances for this product?

Native Vanilla’s paste uses naturally farmed vanilla bean powder combined with organic agave nectar and real vanilla extract — deliberately avoiding thickening agents and preservatives. The brand emphasizes sustainable sourcing and fair trade practices in its vanilla supply chain.

• Contains real vanilla bean specks from sustainably sourced pods
• Free from added sugar, preservatives, and artificial thickeners
• Certified SQF, Kosher, Vegan, Non-GMO, and Gluten Free
• Beans sourced through fair-trade practices for traceable quality

How should I measure and store the paste to keep flavor fresh?

Measuring vanilla bean paste is simple because it replaces a whole bean or extract in a one-to-one ratio. Store the jars tightly sealed, away from heat and light, to retain volatile aroma compounds and extend usable life.

• Use 1 tablespoon of paste in place of 1 whole bean or 1 tablespoon extract
• Keep jars sealed and stored in a cool, dark cabinet or pantry
• Properly stored, the paste maintains aroma for up to three years
• Shake or stir before use if ingredients settle slightly over time

Who is this for: Native Vanilla Pure Vanilla Bean Paste is ideal for home bakers, pastry chefs, small food businesses, and coffee shops that want authentic vanilla flavor with the visual appeal of real pod specks, but with faster prep and consistent dosing. It suits anyone following vegan, gluten-free, or non-GMO diets and those seeking a high-quality, sustainably sourced vanilla option without added sugars or stabilizers.

Ingredients

Organic Agave Nectar