
Vanilla extract nutrition facts
Per 1 tbsp · 13 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein0g0% of calories
- Carbs1.6g100% of calories
- Fat0g0% of calories
- ✓ Low calorie
- ✓ Fat free
- ✓ Low saturated fat
- ✓ Sodium free
- ✓ Cholesterol free
At a glance
One serving of Vanilla extract (1 tbsp, 13 g) has 37 calories, with 0 g of protein, 1.6 g of carbohydrates and 0 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (100% of calories).
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 tbsp (13 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0 μg | 0% |
| Thiamine | 0 mg | 0% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0 mg | 1% |
| Niacin | 0.1 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 0% |
| Folate (B9) | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 μg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 mg | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 19 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 1 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0 mg | 0% |
| Copper | 0 mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0 mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0 μg | 0% |
Full breakdown · 13 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Beta carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 0 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 0 g | — |
| Retinol | 0 μg | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0 g | — |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
Similar foods
6 calKirkland Signature Vanilla extract1 tsp−31 cal
80 calTorani Flavoring Syrup, Vanilla2 tbsp+43 cal
10 calBaker's Imitation Vanilla Flavor1 tsp−27 cal
12 calMcCormick pure vanilla extract1 tsp−25 cal
10 calWatkins Original Gourmet Baking Vanilla With Pure Vanilla Extract1 tsp−27 cal
15 calTrader Joe's Bourbon Vanilla Bean Paste1 tsp.−22 cal
Burning 37 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 7minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 4minCycling (moderate)
- 3minRunning (6 mph)
- 5minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Vanilla extract?
One serving of Vanilla extract (1 tbsp) has 37 calories, which works out to 288 calories per 100 g. That is about 1.9% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Vanilla extract high in protein?
Not especially. It has 0 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 0% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Vanilla extract keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 2 g of net carbs and 100% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Vanilla extract?
1.2 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).
How much sugar is in Vanilla extract?
1.6 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.













