How much does vanilla extract cost?
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Vanilla extract costs about $2.50 per tablespoon at typical US grocery prices, or about $0.83 per teaspoon and $5.00 per fluid ounce.
Cost of vanilla extract in a recipe
What the amounts recipes usually call for cost at $2.50 per tablespoon.
| Amount | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1 tsp | $0.83 |
| 1 tbsp | $2.50 |
| 2 tbsp | $5.00 |
| 1 oz | $5.45 |
Vanilla Extract price in other units
- Per teaspoon: $0.83
- Per cup: $40.00
- Per ounce (weight): $5.45
- Per pound: $87.23
- Per 100 grams: $19.23
- Per fluid ounce: $5.00
Recipes that use vanilla extract
| Recipe | Amount | Cost of the vanilla extract | Share of ingredient cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream | 10 ml + 10 ml | $3.38 | 38% |
| Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies | 10 ml | $1.69 | 13% |
| Fudgy Chocolate Brownies | 10 ml | $1.69 | 13% |
| Homemade Cinnamon Rolls | 10 ml | $1.69 | 23% |
| Honey Almond Granola | 10 ml | $1.69 | 14% |
| Oatmeal Raisin Cookies | 10 ml | $1.69 | 37% |
| No-Bake Energy Bars | 5 ml | $0.85 | 8% |
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Where this price comes from
This is the default price the CrumbCounts catalog uses for vanilla extract: a typical US supermarket shelf price for a standard package, converted to a price per tablespoon. It is an estimate, not a measured average. Brand, store, region and package size all change what you pay, so your own receipts are the most accurate source. Conversions between cups and weight use standard baking densities.
Frequently asked questions
How much does 1 tbsp of vanilla extract cost?
About $2.50, at a typical price of $2.50 per tablespoon. 1 tsp is about $0.83 and 2 tbsp is about $5.00.
How do I work out the cost of vanilla extract in a recipe?
Convert the amount the recipe uses into the unit you buy it in, then multiply by the price. At $2.50 per tablespoon, use your own receipt price if it differs: the free CrumbCounts calculator does the unit conversion for you.
Which recipes use the most vanilla extract?
Of the CrumbCounts recipes, Vanilla Cupcakes with Buttercream uses the most: 10 ml + 10 ml, about $3.38 per batch (38% of its ingredient cost).
More extracts prices
- Almond Extract $2.80 per tablespoon
- Lemon Extract $2.40 per tablespoon
- Peppermint Extract $2.60 per tablespoon