maple syrup substitutes

9 substitutes · avg score 7.2 · Syrup made by boiling down sap tapped from maple trees, with a deep amber color and distinctive woodsy-caramel flavor. The classic topping for pancakes and waffles, it also sweetens baked goods, glazes, and salad dressings.

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01

Honey

10.0
1 cup : 2 cup

Lighter and floral; use 1:1 but expect less caramel depth, works in baking and glazes

02

Maple Sugars

10.0
1/2 cup : 1/2 cup

Evaporate syrup or use 3/4 cup per cup sugar; granular and dry, same maple flavor

03

Brown Sugars

10.0
1 cup : 3/4 cup

Pack 3/4 cup brown sugar per cup syrup; add 2 tbsp water for moisture, similar caramel sweetness

04

Molasses

10.0
1/2 cup : 1 cup

Very strong; mix with corn syrup

05

Vanilla Extract

10.0
1 tsp : 1 tsp

Adds sweetness and warm flavor, good in baking

06

Granulated Sugars

5.0
1 cup : 3/4 cup

Use 3/4 cup sugar plus 3 tbsp water per cup syrup; loses maple flavor and browning speed

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