Dehydrated Molasses

Dehydrated molasses is a sweetener made from molasses, a byproduct of refining sugarcane or sugar beets into sugar. The molasses is dried to create a powder form.

Manufacturers use dehydrated molasses as a sweetener and flavoring agent, particularly in baked goods, sauces, and marinades. Its powdered form makes it easy to incorporate into dry mixes.

Dehydrated molasses is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. It is a source of sugars, and like other sweeteners, excessive intake can contribute to caloric intake. Regulatory bodies like JECFA have evaluated sweeteners, but specific evaluations for dehydrated molasses are not widely publicized.