Syrup, maple, Canadian
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Riboflavin | 1.3 MG | 98% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 109 MG | 8% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21 MG | 5% | |
| Potassium, K | 225 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 9 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.7 MG | 6% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 2.3 MG | 100% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in fat (0g per 100g).
- Rich source of Manganese, Mn (100% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Riboflavin (98% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Syrup, maple, Canadian
This natural sweetener is made by boiling down the sap of sugar maple trees, primarily harvested in Canada. The process concentrates the sap's natural sugars, resulting in a thick, amber liquid with a distinctive flavor profile that can range from delicate and light to robust and caramel-like, depending on the grade. It takes approximately 40 gallons of sap to produce just one gallon of this sweetener, making it a labor-intensive product that has been cherished for centuries.
Nutritionally, this sweetener contains primarily carbohydrates in the form of sucrose, along with small amounts of minerals like manganese and zinc. While it does provide some antioxidants and has a slightly lower glycemic index than refined sugar, it's still essentially a concentrated source of sugar and calories with minimal protein, fat, or fiber. It's important to use it in moderation as part of a balanced diet. In the kitchen, it's incredibly versatile - drizzled over pancakes and waffles, used as a glaze for roasted vegetables or meats, incorporated into salad dressings, or added to baked goods for depth of flavor. Many people also enjoy it in coffee or tea as a natural alternative to processed sweeteners.
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