What is Molasses? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Molasses?

Molasses is a thick syrup-based sweetener and can be made from sugarcane, sugar beets, pomegranate, sorghum, carob and dates. In the US, sugarcane and sugar beet varieties are most popular and is made by boiling down the juice of these plants into a thick, dark syrup. The flavor is rich and sweet. Light molasses is milder in flavor, while blackstrap molasses has a bitter edge. Pomegranate and sorghum molasses are made in the same way. Pomegranate is another popular variety and has a dark red color and a fruity tartness. Carob and date molasses need additional ingredients to extract the flavor and syrup. Molasses is often used in baked goods, but can pair well in sauces and certain savory dishes.

What does Molasses Taste Like?

Sweet

Sweet is one of the five main tastes. It has smooth and round notes in its flavor profile. Sweet is a naturally occurring flavor in many foods, including fruits, berries, winter squashes, sugarcane, and honey. The sweet taste in these foods is due to a higher sugar content. Sweetness is characteristic of desserts and is used as an accent in savory foods.

Ingredients

water

Water is a substance and chemical compound made up of hydrogen and oxygen. It is clear, fluid, flavorless and odorless. Water is a necessity in nearly every aspect of life, including cooking, baking and hydrating the human body. Water can be served as a cold beverage, or at any temperature comfortable to the mouth and skin.

sugar

Sugar comes from sugar cane and sugar beets. The sugar is extracted from the juice of both plants and refined into the granulated substance known as sugar. Sucrose, the sweet substance of sugar is a combination of glucose and fructose. White sugar is composed of tiny white, dry granules. The flavor is sweet and neutral. Brown sugar is brown and has more moisture, with a richer flavor that hints at molasses. Sugar is used in both sweet and savory foods.

Molasses Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon20g

Tablespoon Molasses

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	58kcal	3%
Fats	N/A
Sat. fats	N/A
Mono. Fats	N/A
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	15g	5%
Sugars	15g	30%
Fiber	N/A
Proteins	N/A
Cholesterol	N/A
Sodium	7mg	0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many carbs are in Molasses?

1 Tablespoon of Molasses contains 15 g of carbs.

How much sugar is in Molasses?

1 Tablespoon of Molasses contains 15 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 Tablespoon of Molasses?

There are 58 calories in 1 Tablespoon of Molasses.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Molasses?

There are 977 calories in 1 Cup of Molasses.

How many calories are in 1 fl oz of Molasses?

There are 87 calories in 1 fl oz of Molasses.