The Popularity of Vanilla

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Get a taste of heaven with this sweet Heaven in a Bowl recipe.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 package Fudge Brownie Mix
  • 2 package Miniature Reeses Cup ; 13 oz Each
  • 4 cups 2% Milk ; Cold
  • 2 packages Instant vanilla pudding ; 5.1 oz each
  • 1 cup Peanut butter ; creamy
  • 4 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 2 8 oz cool whip ; thawed

INSTRUCTIONS:

Prepare brownie batter according to package directions.

Bake in a greases 12-in. x 9-in. backing pan at 350 for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs (do not over-bake). Cool on wire rack; cut into 3/4-in pieces.

Cut peanut better cups in half, set aside 1/3 cup for garnish. In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mixtures for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick).

Add peanut butter and vanilla; mix well. Fold in 1-1/2 cartons whipped topping.

Place a third of the brownies in a 5-qt. glass bowl; top with a third of the remaining peanut butter cups.

spoon a third of the pudding mixture over the top.

Repeat layers twice.

Cover with remaining whipped topping garnish with reserved peanut butter cups. Refrigerate until chilled.

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Vanilla is one of the most popular extracts and scents used all around the world. Bakers frequently use vanilla extract, paste, and syrup for their delicious baked goods. Others use vanilla when making candles, air fresheners, drinks, alcohol, and other foods. The scent of vanilla will likely leave your mouth watering for some cookies and ice cream, but also helps us to relax and lets the stress melt away.

History of Vanilla

Vanilla grows on a vine-like plant that grows in trees, called an orchid. The pods of the orchid are used to produce vanilla because each pod contains thousands of small black seeds which are mixed with water and alcohol to form vanilla extract. This vanilla extract is the most common way people purchase vanilla and is what most people use when baking. Vanilla grows in the warmest parts of the globe because it can only grow between ten and twenty degrees of the equator. It will not grow above or below that point. The majority of vanilla comes from the tiny country of Madagascar, but some is also grown in Mexico.

Why Is Vanilla Popular?

Vanilla is one of the most well-recognized flavors around the globe. It has a very sweet taste and makes baked goods delicious. The flavor appeals to the majority of people around the world and its scent is relaxing and abundant. Because of its wide appeal, it is used by people and companies all around the world in a variety of different food and drinks. Adding vanilla syrup, paste, or extract to your desserts and drinks can bring your recipes to the next level.

All bakers are sure to keep a stash of vanilla on hand to add to most of their baked goods. Vanilla can be used to flavor yogurt, ice cream, pudding, and many other food items. In fact, twenty-nine percent of Americans say that vanilla is their favorite type of ice cream, which tops the charts as American's favorite ice cream flavor. Many of the best mixologists also use vanilla in their mixed drinks to add flavor and to create unique combinations that people are sure to come back for. Coffee companies have used vanilla in their coffee drinks to create specialty coffee items that appeal to the mass public. Vanilla can even be added to some unconventional foods that you would not think worked well with it, like ham. Adding a light drizzle of vanilla syrup can make your food sweet and delicious.

Other Uses of Vanilla

Vanilla is used in food and drinks, but is also used in other areas of our lives. Vanilla scented candles are one of the most popular selling candles. Smelling vanilla can help you feel like you are home. It reminds us all of childhood and the smell of fresh cookies or cake. Realtors often use the trick of lighting vanilla candles or spraying vanilla air fresheners to sell homes. They understand that vanilla makes people think they are home and this trick can make home buyers fall in love with houses that smell like vanilla.

A vanilla-scented candle is known to help people unwind and relax. It helps keep people calm and is used in many of the top cancer treatment centers and spas around the world to help people calm down. Many lotions and bath essentials are vanilla scented. They are scented with vanilla to help keep you relaxed, but also because its scent will linger all day. This will help keep you smelling good for hours, even with a hectic schedule. Vanilla is also known to help curb your cravings. Lighting a vanilla candle can help you avoid eating sweets and ultimately can help you lose weight. If you are trying to curb your appetite, you can give vanilla scented items a try.

Vanilla is a very popular spice around the world. While vanilla is only grown in very specific areas, its flavor and fragrance are enjoyed all around the world in all aspects of our lives. From the food we eat to the drinks we drink, our taste buds crave the flavor. We use vanilla candles and lotions to help us relax from our busy days at work. Overall, vanilla is one of the best spices around the world because of its versatility and mass appeal.

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