Vanilla Uses
Sparkling Cider Mocktail
Zero-proof. Cozy. Festive. And absolutely no one gets left out.Β
When the air turns crisp, and the leaves start putting on their fiery show, thereβs something magical about gathering in warm kitchens and filling glasses with something special. At VanillaPura, we believe welcome drinks should feel like a hug β whether theyβre boozy or beautifully alcohol-free.
Vanilla Cribbiana: The Small, Oily Powerhouse Vanilla Bean from Guatemala and Mexico
The Blueberry CurveBall
A Dodgers fanβs sweet-and-tart and a smooth twist on the last game.
Meet The Blueberry Curveball β my nod to great pitching, Dodger determination, and the magic that happens when VANILLA joins the lineup.
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Crimson Spiced Oatmeal
On the Healthier Side of Crimson Spice... but Just as DeliciousΒ
At VanillaPura, we love finding simple ways to bring our signature extracts into everyday recipes β and this Crimson Spice Oatmeal is a delicious example of how a touch of extract magic can transform your morning.
Crimson Spice Espresso Martini
A cozy fall twist on a classic favorite.
Our Crimson Spice Vanilla Extract is the secret to its magic: a handcrafted blend of Madagascar vanilla beans, rooibos, honeybush, cinnamon, crystallized honey, and a touch of ginger. Each sip brings cozy, earthy sweetness and autumn warmth β itβs fall in a cocktail.
Crimson Spice Vanilla Cheesecake
The creamiest cheesecake ever⦠infused with Crimson Spice Vanilla Extract!
Made with rooibos, honeybush, cinnamon & Madagascar vanillaβitβs a cozy perfectionΒ of fall flavors in every bite.
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Using Vanilla Extract in Savory Cooking & Sauces
Vanilla isnβt just a star of the sweet kitchen. Its complex, earthy, and slightly floral flavor profile makes it an excellent secret ingredient in savory dishes and sauces.
Peach Blackberry (or Raspberry) Vanilla Jam
Jam-making is always better with company. So grab a friend, a family member, or that special someone β becauseΒ cooking together is half the fun (and twice as sweet when you get to share the finished jars!). This Peach Raspberry/Blackberry Vanilla Jam is a fruity, velvety blend with just a hint of vanilla magic.Β
Ginger-Spiced Vanilla BBQ Sauce
This sweet-meets-savory BBQ sauce gets a flavor boost from Ginger Spiced Vanilla Extract (p.142, The Art of Extract Making). Perfect for glazing grilled meats, stirring into stir-fries, or drizzling over roasted veggies.Β
Mom's Lemon Delight
A Taste of Sunshine: Layered Lemon Delight
Some desserts are more than just sweet treatsβtheyβre stories passed down through generations. Lemon desserts are my favorite!Β With its nutty crust, creamy layers, and that signature lemony brightness, this dessert tastes like home, sunshine, and loveβall in one bite.
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Fulton's Favorite Texas Fudge Cake
The Cake That Hides in Tin Foilβand Hearts.
Β I grew up on βTexas Fudge Cakeβ. It became a universal cake for events involving both sides of the family. I canβt remember the first time I had it, but I always remember the last time I had it, because Iβm counting the days until I can have it again!
Aunt Ilene's Fresh Strawberry Pie With a Coconut Shortbread Crust
And how special is this pie?
Itβs all about the crust! This crust, combined with fresh spring strawberries, is the perfect combination of deliciousness. We could hardly wait for spring each year, because that meant strawberry pie with the coconut crust!












