• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
The Simple Sprinkle
  • Home
  • Vegan Lifestyle
    • Vegan Lifestyle Tips
    • Vegan Recipe Roundups
  • Browse Recipes
    • Vegan-Breakfast-Recipes
    • Vegan Appetizer Recipes
    • Vegan Dessert Recipes
      • All Desserts & Sweets
      • Vegan Cake Recipes
      • Vegan Cookie Recipes
    • Holidays
    • Whole Foods Plant-Based Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
  • Vegan Appetizer Recipes
  • Vegan Lunch Recipes
  • Vegan Dinner Recipes
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Lifestyle tips
  • Is it vegan?
  • Newsletter
  • About
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Lifestyle tips
    • Is it vegan?
    • Newsletter
    • About
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Vegan Basics

    Vanilla Sugar Recipe

    Published: Aug 12, 2022 · Updated: Feb 17, 2023 by Jacqui Wormington · This post may contain affiliate links. · Leave a Comment

    Learn how to make vanilla sugar at home. This vanilla sugar recipe is vegan, cheaper than store-bought, and without weird additives. Believe me, it is super simple to make at home, so versatile to use, and gives baked goods and drinks an incredible flavor profile. Soon everyone will be wondering what your secret ingredient is.

    Jump to:
    • 💡 The recipe in a nutshell
    • 💭 What is vanilla sugar?
    • 🤔 Is sugar vegan?
    • 🌱 What is the best vegan sugar to use for vanilla sugar?
    • 👩🏽‍🍳 How to make vanilla sugar
    • 🥣 How to store homemade vanilla sugar
    • 🍰 How to use vanilla sugar
    • 📋 Recipes that use vanilla sugar
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Reviews
    vegan vanilla sugar recipe

    💡 The recipe in a nutshell

    • Vegan (no eggs & dairy free)
    • 2 Ingredients
    • Takes just a couple of minutes
    • Easy and simple 

    💭 What is vanilla sugar?

    Vanilla sugar is a common ingredient used primarily in European regions and can be a bit tricky to find in the states. It is a simple ingredient that quickly accelerates the flavor of drinks and baked goods.

    When I moved to the US from Germany I was very surprised not to find such a common staple in the stores. Thankfully it is easily made at home!

    🤔 Is sugar vegan?

    You may have heard that sugar is not always vegan, and that is definitely correct if you are living in the United States of America. 

    In the states most granulated sugars are processed with bone char, it is often referred to as 'natural carbon', to give sugar its white color. Read our vegan sugar guide with a brand list for more information.

    🌱 What is the best vegan sugar to use for vanilla sugar?

    My absolute favorite vegan sugar to use for homemade vanilla sugar is Zulka. It is fairly white in color and very fine, resembling white granulated sugar the best. In addition to the looks, it absorbs the vanilla aroma very nicely and quickly. For more vegan sugar brands read here.

    👩🏽‍🍳 How to make vanilla sugar

    Making vanilla sugar at home is super easy. All you need is (vegan) sugar and vanilla beans. Add both to an air-tight jar, let sit and enjoy!

    homemade flavored sugar in a jars

    🥣 How to store homemade vanilla sugar

    It should always be ensured for an optimal shelf life of the vanilla sugar that this is stored airtight at room temperature. This prevents the vanilla sugar from coming into contact with too much oxygen, which in turn can damage the vanilla sugar.

    The vanilla sugar should also be stored in a dry place, because moisture causes the vanilla sugar to form small lumps and change its consistency.

    In addition, care should be taken to store the vanilla sugar in a dark place so that it does not lose its flavor due to strong sunlight. Storage in the refrigerator is not recommended.

    🍰 How to use vanilla sugar

    Use as a flavored sweetener in your favorite baked goods.  Use as a final touch sprinkled on the top of fresh pastries, loaves, cakes, pies, cookies, and more! Vanilla sugar is also a great addition to homemade frostings and whipped cream.

    You can essentially use it in any recipe that calls for sugar. Use your homemade vanilla sugar as a 1:1 replacement for regular sugar in recipes where vanilla is the prominent flavor. For example, I wouldn’t use it 1:1 in a chocolate cake recipe, because the chocolate is too overpowering. 

    I recommend saving this special sugar for recipes that really benefit from it, or ask for it from the get go!

    vanilla sugar

    📋 Recipes that use vanilla sugar

    Looking for recipes that call for vanilla sugar? Try one of these:

    • German Sweet Soft Pretzels
    • Linzer Cookies
    • Vegan Tiramisu
    • Vegan Mascarpone
    • German Cinnamon Rolls - Franzbrötchen
    • German Apple Pancakes - Apfel Pfannkuchen
    • Berliner - German Jelly Doughnuts
    • German Cutout Christmas Cookies

    📖 Recipe

    vegan vanilla sugar recipe

    Vanilla Sugar Recipe

    Jacqui Wormington
    Learn how to make vanilla sugar at home. This vanilla sugar recipe is vegan, cheaper than store-bought, and without weird additives. Believe me, it is super simple to make at home, so versatile to use, and gives baked goods and drinks an incredible flavor profile. Soon everyone will be wondering what your secret ingredient is.
    No ratings yet
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prevent your screen from going dark
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Basics, Sweetener
    Cuisine German, Vegan
    Servings 1 lbs

    Equipment

    • air-tight container or glass (eg mason jar)

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lbs vegan sugar (500g)
    • 3 vanilla beans

    Instructions
     

    • Put the sugar in an air-tight container (eg mason jar), and add the vanilla beans to the sugar. Close the jar and leave it to infuse for at least 1 week. Use as wished.

    Video

    View this post on Instagram

    A post shared by Jacqui Wormington 🌱 (@thesimplesprinkle)

    The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

    Tried this recipe?Leave a comment & tag @thesimplesprinkle on Instagram
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
    • TikTok
    • Link

    PS: Don't forget to rate this recipe and leave a comment on your experience - this helps improve my recipes and serves you with the best instructions, tips, and substitution ideas. Plus, I love hearing about your takes on my recipes! Tag me on Instagram @thesimplesprinkle to show me your pictures.

    More Vegan Basics

    • closeup of vegan whipped feta drizzled with herbs and olive oil
      Vegan Whipped Feta
    • vegan cold foam
      Vegan Cold Foam
    • 4 ingredient artichoke dip served in a pan
      4 Ingredient Artichoke Dip
    • vegan whole wheat burger buns
      Whole Wheat Burger Buns

    All Categories

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    No Comments

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Portrait image of Jacqui Wormington, founder of The Simple Sprinkle.

    Hey there, I am Jacqui! I'm a self-taught vegan recipe developer, content creator and food photographer. My goal? To make veganism easy-peasy-lemon-squeezy! With my drool-worthy recipes and savvy tips, I'll prove that going plant-based doesn't mean giving up your favorite meals.

    About Jacqui→

    Featured On

    Veganuary Logo
    Vegan Bowls Logo
    Good Things Utah - ABC4 Logo
    image of oatmeal with text saying how to be vegan on a budget

    Popular

    • vegan german currywurst recipe
      The Best Vegan Currywurst
    • dairy free vegan quark
      How To Make Vegan Quark
    • air fryer tofu katsu vegan and gluten free
      Crunchy Air-Fryer Tofu Katsu (vegan)
    • Vegan German Cherry Streusel Cake
      Quick German Cherry Streusel Cake (vegan)
    • crispy shredded tofu served in a frying pan
      Shredded Tofu Recipe
    • vegan miso chocolate chip cookie being bit into
      Miso Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    ABOUT

    • About
    • Privacy Policy
    • Copyright Notice
    • Affiliate Disclosure

    RESOURCES

    • 7 Reasons To Go Vegan
    • Vegan Beginner Guide
    • How To Be Vegan On A Budget

    CONNECT

    • Contact Page
    • Work With Me
    • Newsletter

    AT NO COST TO YOU, I MAY EARN FROM QUALIFIED PURCHASES MADE THROUGH AFFILIATE LINKS ON MY WEBSITE.

    Copyright © 2020 - 2023 The Simple Sprinkle LLC