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Homemade apple molasses Calories
Concentrated natural fruit sugars with potassium
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Homemade apple molasses (20 g) has 52 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 13 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Homemade apple molasses Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
52
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
13g
· 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%
Homemade apple molasses nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 52 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Homemade apple molasses?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 78 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 130 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 780 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Homemade apple molasses
What is homemade apple molasses?
Homemade apple molasses is a thick, sweet product made by reducing apple juice until much of its water evaporates. It is not the same as apple butter, which is made from cooked apple pulp and has a different texture.
How do you make homemade apple molasses?
Homemade apple molasses is made by extracting and straining apple juice, then simmering it until it becomes thick and concentrated. Traditional versions can be made without added sugar because the apples’ natural sugars concentrate as the juice reduces.
How do you use homemade apple molasses?
Use homemade apple molasses as a sweet topping for toast, yogurt, or porridge, or stir a little into sauces and baked goods. Its concentrated apple flavor works especially well where a recipe can accommodate extra sweetness and liquid.
Is homemade apple molasses the same as apple syrup or boiled cider?
Not always. Homemade apple molasses and boiled cider are both made by reducing apple juice, but names and final thickness vary by region and recipe; commercial apple syrup may also contain added ingredients or be less concentrated.
Does homemade apple molasses have added sugar?
Homemade apple molasses can be made with no added sugar: reducing apple juice concentrates the sugars already in the fruit. Some recipes add sugar, though, so the ingredients depend on how the batch was prepared.
Can homemade apple molasses replace sugar in baking?
Yes, homemade apple molasses can replace some sugar in baking, but it adds liquid and a distinct apple flavor. Adjust the recipe’s other liquids and sweetness rather than swapping it in unchanged, especially in delicate cakes or cookies.
How should homemade apple molasses be stored after opening?
Keep homemade apple molasses in a clean, tightly sealed jar in a cool, dry place, and use a clean spoon each time. Because homemade batches differ in preparation and hygiene, follow the recipe’s storage directions and discard it if it develops mold or an off smell.
Why does homemade apple molasses crystallize?
Homemade apple molasses can crystallize when its concentrated sugars form crystals; crystallization alone does not necessarily mean it has spoiled. Gently warm the closed jar in warm water to loosen it, but discard it if you notice mold or an unusual odor.
Is homemade apple molasses healthier than regular sugar?
Homemade apple molasses contains some minerals, including potassium, but it is still a concentrated sweetener rich in natural sugars. It is not a low-sugar substitute, and its small nutrient content does not make it a treatment or a health food.
Can people with diabetes eat homemade apple molasses?
Homemade apple molasses contains concentrated sugars and can raise blood glucose. People with diabetes should account for its portion in their meal plan and ask their doctor or dietitian how it may fit their individual needs.
Homemade apple molasses Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B5
0.01mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
Homemade apple molasses Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Homemade apple molasses
To burn the 52 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 Homemade apple molasses?
Homemade apple molasses is a thick fruit syrup made by straining apples or their juice and simmering it until concentrated. It is a Turkish-style pekmez: despite the English word “molasses,” it is made from fruit rather than sugar cane, and a homemade batch usually has a clearly fruity apple aroma.
In Turkey, it may be spooned over bread or mixed with tahini at breakfast, and it also works stirred into yoghurt, porridge or baking. Its sugars are concentrated, while protein and fibre are low; it also supplies potassium. Since the flavour is quite sweet, try a small drizzle with plain yoghurt or tahini for a more balanced serving.
How Nutritious Is Homemade apple molasses?
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 Homemade apple molasses 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 Homemade apple molasses Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Homemade apple molasses Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Homemade apple molasses Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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