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Gingerbread syrup Calories
High-sugar spiced syrup
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Gingerbread syrup (20 g) has 60 calories. That works out to 300 calories per 100 g. It contains 15 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Gingerbread syrup Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
60
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
15g
· 5% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Gingerbread syrup nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Gingerbread syrup?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 90 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 180 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 320 g | 960 kcal |
Calculated from 300 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gingerbread syrup
What is gingerbread syrup made from?
Gingerbread syrup is a sweet, spiced syrup designed to evoke the flavor of gingerbread. Recipes commonly use a sugar-based syrup with ginger and warming spices such as cinnamon, but ingredients and flavorings vary by brand.
How do you use gingerbread syrup in coffee?
Stir gingerbread syrup into hot coffee or espresso, then add milk if you like. It works especially well in a latte-style drink; taste before adding extra sugar, since the syrup already sweetens the coffee.
How do you make gingerbread syrup at home?
Make gingerbread syrup by heating sugar and water until the sugar dissolves, then steeping ginger and warming spices in the mixture. Strain it once cooled and store the homemade syrup in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator.
Does gingerbread syrup need to be refrigerated after opening?
Follow the storage directions on the gingerbread syrup bottle, because commercial products differ. Refrigerate homemade gingerbread syrup in a sealed container, and use a clean spoon or pour directly so you do not introduce food particles.
How long does gingerbread syrup last after opening?
There is no single safe shelf life for every gingerbread syrup; the recipe and preservatives differ. Use the bottle’s after-opening guidance, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes. Keep homemade syrup refrigerated.
What can I use instead of gingerbread syrup?
A mix of simple syrup and gingerbread-style spices can stand in for gingerbread syrup in drinks or desserts. Plain ginger syrup is another option, but it may lack the cinnamon-like warmth and fuller spiced-cookie flavor.
Can you put gingerbread syrup in iced coffee?
Yes, gingerbread syrup works in iced coffee. Stir it into the espresso or a small amount of warm coffee first so it blends smoothly, then pour over ice and add cold milk if desired.
Can gingerbread syrup be used in baking?
Yes, gingerbread syrup can flavor cakes, muffins, or baked desserts, but it also adds liquid and sweetness. Add it in place of some liquid sweetener rather than pouring extra into a recipe without adjusting the other ingredients.
Is gingerbread syrup the same as ginger syrup?
No, gingerbread syrup usually aims for a broader spiced-cookie flavor, while ginger syrup focuses more directly on ginger. The exact difference depends on the recipe, so check the ingredients when matching a syrup to a drink or dessert.
What drinks can you make with gingerbread syrup?
Gingerbread syrup can flavor lattes, hot chocolate, milk-based drinks, iced coffee, and cocktails or mocktails. It pairs well with coffee, milk, citrus, and other warming flavors; add it gradually to keep the drink from becoming too sweet.
Gingerbread syrup Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
B5
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.06mg · 0% DV
Calcium
2.4mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
7mg · 0% DV
Sodium
3.6mg · 0% DV
Gingerbread syrup Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Gingerbread syrup
To burn the 60 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Gingerbread syrup?
Zencefilli şurup is ginger syrup: a sweet, pourable syrup flavoured with ginger. It can be made at home by simmering ginger with sugar and water, though ready-made versions vary in strength and spice. Its flavour pairs ginger’s warm, peppery bite with pronounced sweetness, and its consistency may range from light to thick.
Stir a little into tea, sparkling water or lemonade, or drizzle it over pancakes, porridge and desserts. It is best treated as a flavouring rather than a drink on its own; the syrup is high in sugar, with 75 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. Start with a small spoonful and add more to taste. Lemon juice can balance the sweetness, while plain yoghurt makes a simple pairing.
How Nutritious Is Gingerbread syrup?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Gingerbread syrup Processed?
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.
Does Gingerbread syrup Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Gingerbread syrup Good For?
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
Gingerbread syrup Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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