Ingredient swap
Molasses vs Honey
Molasses has slightly fewer calories than honey and a strong, bittersweet flavor. Honey is milder and sweeter.
How to swap
Not 1:1 for flavor. Replace up to a quarter of the honey with molasses for a darker, spicier result.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Molasses | Honey |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 290 | 304 |
| Protein | 0 g | 0.3 gbetter |
| Carbs | 74.7 gbetter | 82.4 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0.2 gbetter |
| Sugar | 74.7 gbetter | 82.1 g |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 4 mgbetter |
| 1 cup weighs | 337 g | 339 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 honey instead of molasses?
Not 1:1 for flavor. Replace up to a quarter of the honey with molasses for a darker, spicier result.
Which has more protein?
Honey, with 0.3 g per 100 g versus 0 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Molasses, with 290 calories per 100 g.