Real Maple Syrup
What is Real Maple Syrup?
Real maple syrup is a natural sweetener made from the sap of maple trees. The sap is collected, typically in early spring, and then boiled down to evaporate most of the water, concentrating it into a thick syrup. This process gives maple syrup its distinct flavor and color.
Is Real Maple Syrup vegan?
Real Maple Syrup is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Real Maple Syrup a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Real Maple Syrup used for?
Manufacturers add real maple syrup primarily as a sweetener and for its unique flavor profile.
Is Real Maple Syrup safe?
Real maple syrup is considered a food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add real maple syrup primarily as a sweetener and for its unique flavor profile. It is often found in breakfast foods like cereals and granola, as well as in various sauces such as BBQ sauce, ketchup, and mustard. It can also be used as a topping for pancakes and waffles.
Health notes
Real maple syrup is considered a food ingredient and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As a source of sugars, the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend no amount of added sugars in the diet. The World Health Organization (WHO) advises limiting free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake. JECFA and EFSA do not typically evaluate natural food ingredients like maple syrup as food additives.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Real Maple Syrup
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