Vanilla bean paste is a simple alternative to whole vanilla beans. This Vanilla Bean Paste is an all-natural blend of vanillas, used to impart both the flavor and appearance of vanilla. Bilingual labels feature text in French and English Vanilla bean paste is a simple alternative to whole vanilla beans. This Vanilla Bean Paste is an all-natural blend of vanillas, used to impart both the flavor and appearance of vanilla. Bilingual labels feature text in French and English 1 Tbs. Vanilla Bean Paste = 1 vanilla bean or 1 Tbs. vanilla extract This is a great alternative to vanilla bean. This is a blend of all natural vanillas. 1 Tbsp. Of vanilla bean Paste is equal to one vanilla bean. Use the same amount as you would an extract. You will get get 2 ounces.