Premium Quality Vanilla Beans 10gm

Buy Vanilla Beans Online — Kerala Bourbon Vanilla Pods 10g

Buy vanilla beans online from Kerala's Wayanad plantations. Our vanilla beans online are premium bourbon-type pods (Vanilla planifolia), harvested at peak ripeness and slow-cured for 4-6 months to develop the signature deep, sweet-floral aroma that defines authentic vanilla. Learn more about vanilla cultivation at the Vanilla plant reference.

Our 10g pack contains 3-5 whole plump pods (depending on individual pod size), each 12-18cm long, dark chocolate brown, flexible, and heavy with tiny black seeds — the hallmark of quality vanilla beans.

For more on vanilla's culinary journey, read our Complete Guide to Kerala Vanilla Beans.

Why Vanilla Beans Online (Not Vanilla Essence)?

• Real vanilla flavor — no artificial vanillin or synthetic flavor
• Complex aroma — 250+ flavor compounds vs single-note essence
• Visible seed specks — the signature black flecks in premium ice cream
• Multiple uses per pod — scrape seeds, use pod for infusion, reuse for sugar

How to Use Vanilla Beans

1. Split the pod lengthwise with a sharp knife
2. Scrape out the seeds with the knife tip
3. Add seeds to your recipe (cake batter, custard, ice cream base)
4. Do NOT discard the pod — infuse in warm milk or sugar for extra flavor

Vanilla Beans Recipes

Vanilla Sugar (uses 1 pod)

Bury 1 used vanilla pod in 500g sugar jar. Wait 2 weeks. Use for baking, coffee, tea. Pod continues flavoring sugar for 6 months.

Real Vanilla Ice Cream

Split 2 pods, scrape seeds into 500ml cream + 250ml milk + 4 egg yolks + 100g sugar. Warm gently, do not boil. Cool, churn in ice cream maker.

Vanilla Kulfi

Reduce 1 liter milk to 400ml. Add scraped seeds from 1 pod + 100g sugar + pinch cardamom. Freeze in kulfi molds.

Health Benefits of Vanilla Beans

• Rich in antioxidants — vanillin has antioxidant & anti-inflammatory properties
• Mood enhancer — vanilla aroma reduces stress
• Digestive aid — traditional use in Ayurveda
• Natural aphrodisiac — recognized in traditional medicine

How to Store Vanilla Beans

• Keep in airtight glass jar at room temperature
• Never refrigerate — moisture causes mold; cold makes pods brittle
• Store away from sunlight in cool dark cabinet
• Shelf life: 12-18 months when stored properly

Why Buy Vanilla Beans Online from Us?

• Kerala Wayanad-sourced — premium terroir
• 4-6 month slow-cured — proper flavor development
• Hand-graded & selected — only Grade A pods
• 10g resealable pack — protects moisture & aroma
• Best value in India — direct from farmers, no premium markup

Vanilla Beans FAQs

How many pods are in a 10g pack?

Typically 3-5 whole pods depending on individual pod length. Each pod weighs 2-3g.

How much vanilla beans powder equals 1 pod?

Approximately 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla powder = seeds from 1 pod.

Are Kerala vanilla beans as good as Madagascar?

Yes! Our Kerala bourbon vanilla is the same species (Vanilla planifolia) grown in Madagascar. Kerala's Wayanad has similar tropical climate. Blind taste tests rate Kerala vanilla at 85-90% of Madagascar quality at 40% the price.

Can I use vanilla beans in coffee?

Yes! Add half a split pod to your coffee grounds before brewing for a subtle vanilla aroma. Or drop a used pod into your coffee canister.

How long do vanilla beans last?

12-18 months in airtight storage. Even beans that look dry can be revived by placing in warm milk for 30 minutes.

Are vanilla beans vegan & gluten-free?

Yes. 100% vegan, gluten-free, and pure single ingredient. No additives.