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Iron-containing, energy-dense sweetener flavored with ginger
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Molasses with ginger (20 g) has 60 calories. That works out to 300 calories per 100 g. It contains 15 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 48 mg of Magnesium covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
60
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
15g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 15 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 90 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 45 g | 135 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 320 g | 960 kcal |
Calculated from 300 calories per 100 g.
Molasses with ginger is used as a sweet, warming ingredient in drinks, porridge, sauces, and baking. Its strong flavour can replace some of the sweetener and ground ginger in a recipe, but start with a small amount because it may dominate.
No, molasses with ginger is not a direct substitute for ginger syrup. It is usually thicker, less sharply gingery, and has a deep molasses flavour; thin it with warm water only when a recipe needs a pourable consistency.
No, molasses with ginger has not been shown to treat a cough or its cause. Its sweetness may briefly soothe an irritated throat, but persistent, severe, or worsening symptoms need appropriate medical attention.
You can make molasses with ginger by stirring finely grated fresh ginger into plain molasses. Add the ginger gradually to control the heat, refrigerate the mixture, and use it promptly because fresh ginger adds moisture.
Yes, molasses with ginger can work in gingerbread, especially when you want a pronounced molasses flavour. Reduce the recipe’s other sweetener and ginger to taste, and keep the batter texture in mind because products vary in thickness.
Yes, molasses with ginger can provide iron, but the iron in molasses is non-heme iron and is not absorbed as readily as iron from meat. Having a vitamin-C-rich food alongside it can help absorption.
Yes, molasses with ginger may become grainy or crystallize, particularly after temperature changes. If it has no mould, off smell, or other signs of spoilage, gently warming the closed container in warm water can soften it.
No, molasses with ginger is not necessarily the same as gingerbread syrup. The molasses-and-ginger blend may contain little beyond those ingredients, while a syrup can include added sugar, water, and other spices.
Yes, molasses with ginger can sweeten tea or coffee and add a warm, earthy flavour. Stir it in after brewing and adjust the amount gradually, since its strong molasses taste can overwhelm a delicate drink.
Store opened molasses with ginger tightly sealed in a cool, dry cupboard, unless its packaging says otherwise. Refrigerate homemade versions containing fresh ginger, and discard the product if you notice mould or an unusual smell.
Vitamins
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
B3
0.18mg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
48mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
290mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Iron
0.96mg · 5% DV
Sodium
7mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Molasses with ginger combines pekmez—a Turkish fruit syrup, commonly made by slowly boiling down grape juice—with ginger. It has a thick, sticky texture and a concentrated sweetness, balanced by ginger’s warm, gently spicy flavour.
In Turkey, pekmez is often served at breakfast with tahini or spread on bread; this ginger-flavoured version can also be stirred into yoghurt or a warm drink. It is a carbohydrate-rich, energy-dense sweetener, so a little goes a long way. Try it with tahini or plain yoghurt for a less sugary-tasting pairing.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.