Ingredient swap
Maple Syrup vs Molasses
Maple Syrup has 0 g protein and 260 calories per 100 g; molasses has 0 g and 290. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of maple syrup (315 g) ≈ 1 cup of molasses.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Maple Syrup | Molasses |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 better | 290 |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbs | 67 gbetter | 74.7 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 60 gbetter | 74.7 g |
| Sodium | 12 mgbetter | 37 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 315 g | 337 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use molasses instead of maple syrup?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of maple syrup (315 g) ≈ 1 cup of molasses.
Which has more protein?
Maple Syrup, with 0 g per 100 g versus 0 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Maple Syrup, with 260 calories per 100 g.