Golden syrup

golden syrup

Flavor and role

A golden British syrup made by converting sugar into invert sugar, with a buttery caramel aroma.

Typical dishes and uses

Flapjacks, Anzac biscuits, treacle tart, sponge pudding

Substitutes

1 tbsp golden syrup = 1 tbsp honey or 1 tbsp corn syrup + a little brown sugar.

Storage

1-2 years at room temperature, even after opening. It sets in the fridge, so keep it at room temperature.

Main countries

United Kingdom · Australia

Used in this book

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Updated 2026-10-10