Sweeteners · syrup
Black treacle
Also called treacle, dark treacle
Very dark, thick British cane syrup with a bittersweet, almost burnt flavour; gives colour and depth to parkin, gingerbread, Christmas cake and rich glazes.
- A kind of Molasses
What can replace it
- T2 · GoodCarob molasses
Fruity and chocolatey but less bitter and sticky.
- T2 · GoodDate syrup
Fruitier and less bitter, a lighter colour.
- T2 · GoodMalt syrup
Malty rather than bitter; less dark.
- T3 · In a pinchDark brown sugar
Dry and much milder; add a splash of extra liquid.
- T3 · In a pinchGolden syrup
No bitterness or dark colour; the bake is lighter and sweeter.
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