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What can I use instead of molasses?
Best substitute for 1 cup molasses
1 cup maple syrup
Maple syrup — 1:1; lighter flavor.
cups
Amounts below are for 1 cup molasses
4 substitutes for molasses
| Substitute | Use this much | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Maple syrup | 1 cup maple syrup | 1:1; lighter flavor. |
| Honey | 1 cup honey | 1:1; milder. |
| Dark corn syrup | 1 cup dark corn syrup | Similar body, less bold. |
| Brown sugar + water | 3/4 cup packed brown sugar + 1/4 cup water | Dissolve into a syrup. |
Molasses is a dark, bittersweet syrup. Other syrups swap 1:1, with a lighter flavor.
Tips
- Maple syrup is the easiest 1:1 swap.
- For flavor depth, dissolved brown sugar mimics molasses.
FAQ
- What can I substitute for molasses?
- Equal parts maple syrup, honey or dark corn syrup.
- Can I make molasses from brown sugar?
- Sort of - dissolve 3/4 cup brown sugar in 1/4 cup water for a stand-in.