Sweeteners · syrup

Golden syrup

Also called light treacle

Amber British inverted sugar syrup with a buttery, mild caramel taste; for flapjacks, treacle tart, steamed puddings and drizzling over pancakes.

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What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodCorn syrup

    Neutral, lacks the buttery caramel note.

  • T2 · GoodHoney

    Floral and browns faster; flapjacks turn slightly softer.

  • T2 · GoodMaple syrup

    Thinner, maple-flavoured and less sticky.

  • T3 · In a pinchAgave syrup

    Thin and neutral; less binding.

  • T3 · In a pinchRice syrup

    Less sweet and malty. (use 1.25× the amount)

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