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Maple Sugar

Acer saccharum Allergen-Free
Maple Sugar

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Sapindaceae
  • Primary Cuisine North American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Maple tree sap (Acer saccharum)

¿Qué es Maple Sugar?

A natural sweetener made by boiling maple syrup until all the water has evaporated, leaving behind granulated sugar.

"Unlocking the nuanced sweetness of nature's finest."

¿A qué sabe Maple Sugar?

Sweet, caramel, earthy, woody

Taste
Sweet, Caramel, Earthy, Maple
Texture
Fine-grained, Granulated, Slightly Crystalline
Aroma
Maple, Sweet, Earthy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Global Production (2022)

~10.4 million gallons (maple syrup equivalent)

Glycemic Index (vs. Sucrose)

~54 (Sucrose ~65)

Shelf Life (Airtight)

Indefinite (Cool, Dry Place)

Información Nutricional

Per 4g (1 tsp)
Calories370 kcal
Total Fat0g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein0g
Total Carbohydrate95g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars95g
Calcium150mg
Iron0.5mg
Potassium250mg

El Secreto del Chef

When baking with maple sugar, consider that it absorbs moisture more readily than white sugar, which can affect texture; sometimes a slight reduction in other liquids is beneficial.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Maple Sugar

El mejor sustituto para Maple Sugar es Brown Sugar (light), usado en una proporción de 1:1. Offers similar moisture and caramel notes, but lacks the distinct maple flavor.

Sustitutos para Maple Sugar con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Brown Sugar (light) Mejor 1:1 Offers similar moisture and caramel notes, but lacks the distinct maple flavor.
Coconut Sugar 1:1 Provides an earthy sweetness and fine texture, good for baking and beverages.
Turbinado Sugar + Maple Extract 1:1 sugar, to taste extract Mimics the grainy texture and can add maple flavor.
Granulated Sugar + Maple Syrup 1:1 sugar, reduce liquid elsewhere Good for sweetness, but alters texture and liquid content in recipes.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Maple Sugar

Look for 100% pure maple sugar without added ingredients.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Maple Sugar?

  • Oatmeal
  • coffee
  • baked goods
  • glazes for root vegetables
  • bacon
  • pancakes.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Maple Sugar?

Sweet, caramel, earthy, woody Maple|Sweet|Earthy

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Maple Sugar?

El mejor sustituto es Brown Sugar (light) (1:1). Offers similar moisture and caramel notes, but lacks the distinct maple flavor.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Maple Sugar?

Look for 100% pure maple sugar without added ingredients.

Recetas que Usan Maple Sugar

Granola And Porridge Course Fruit Easy

Baked Maple Oatmeal

Indulge in this comforting and delicious Baked Maple Oatmeal recipe, originally featured in the April 2007 issue of Coup de Pouce! This hearty breakfast bake is bursting with warm maple flavor, perfectly baked to golden perfection. A delightful combination of creamy oatmeal, crunchy almonds, and sweet maple syrup, this recipe is perfect for a weekend brunch or a cozy weeknight treat. Prepare to be amazed by its simplicity and irresistible taste!

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