Sweetener | Vegan

Corn Syrup

Zea mays Allergen-Free
corn syrup

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Poaceae
  • Primary Cuisine American, Global (industrial food)
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Corn starch

¿Qué es Corn Syrup?

A sweetener and thickener made from corn starch, used in foods to prevent sugar crystallization and add moisture.

"The unsung hero of confectionery and baking, ensuring smooth textures and preventing crystallization in countless sweet treats."

¿A qué sabe Corn Syrup?

Sweet, neutral, mild

Taste
Sweet
Texture
Viscous, Thick, Sticky, Smooth
Aroma
Neutral, Mildly Sweet
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Hydrolysis Process

Produced by hydrolyzing corn starch into glucose, maltose, and other oligosaccharides.

Primary Function

Prevents sugar crystallization in candies and preserves moisture in baked goods.

Shelf Stability

Unopened, it can last indefinitely; opened, it retains quality for several years in a cool, dark pantry.

Información Nutricional

Per 2 tbsp
Calories300 kcal
Total Fat0.0 g
Saturated Fat0.0 g
Trans Fat0.0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0.0 g
Total Carbohydrate79.0 g
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
Total Sugars75.0 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0.0 mg
Potassium0 mg

El Secreto del Chef

To easily measure sticky corn syrup, lightly coat the measuring cup or spoon with cooking spray beforehand.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Corn Syrup

El mejor sustituto para Corn Syrup es Honey, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Similar viscosity and sweetness, adds distinct floral flavor, may brown faster.

Sustitutos para Corn Syrup con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Honey Mejor 1:1 Similar viscosity and sweetness, adds distinct floral flavor, may brown faster.
Maple Syrup 1:1 Distinctive flavor, similar sweetness and viscosity, good for baking and glazes.
Agave Nectar 3/4:1 Sweeter than corn syrup, thinner consistency, neutral flavor. Use less and adjust liquids.
Golden Syrup 1:1 Common in British baking, similar texture, slightly different caramel notes.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Corn Syrup

  1. Choose between light and dark corn syrup.
  2. Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Corn Syrup?

  • Candies
  • baked goods
  • sauces
  • glazes
  • pecan pie
  • caramel.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Corn Syrup?

Sweet, neutral, mild Neutral, Mildly Sweet

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Corn Syrup?

El mejor sustituto es Honey (1:1). Similar viscosity and sweetness, adds distinct floral flavor, may brown faster.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Corn Syrup?

Choose between light and dark corn syrup. Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place.

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