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A thick, smooth, glossy dark-brown syrup sits in a small bowl, with a slow ribbon pooling on its surface.
⚡High Potassium

Carob molasses Calories

Natural sweetener, contains iron and calcium

In season: Summer · Autumn · Winter · Spring

CALORIES · 100 G

290kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

820mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.8g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Carob molasses (20 g) has 58 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.5 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 56 mg of Calcium covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Carob molasses Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g

58

KCAL / 20G

Carbs

14.5g

· 5% DV

Protein

0.3g

· 1% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% DV

Fiber

0.2g

· 1% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%

Carob molasses nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories58 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0.01 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium11 mg0%
Total carbohydrate14.5 g5%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Protein0.3 g1%

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 Carob molasses?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)20 g58 kcal
1 teaspoon (medium)7 g20 kcal
1 serving (small)15 g44 kcal
1 piece (small)25 g73 kcal
1 serving (large)30 g87 kcal
2 tablespoon (double)40 g116 kcal
100 g100 g290 kcal
1 cup (medium)320 g928 kcal

Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Carob molasses

What is carob molasses made from?

Carob molasses is made from the pods of the carob tree, whose extract is concentrated into a thick, sweet syrup. It is a processed food rather than simply ground carob, and traditional versions are made by reducing the extract.

What does carob molasses taste like?

Carob molasses tastes deeply sweet, with a toasted, caramel-like flavor and sometimes a hint of cocoa. Its strong flavor works well in small amounts, especially with tahini, yogurt, porridge, or baked goods.

How do you use carob molasses?

Carob molasses can be drizzled over porridge or yogurt, stirred into sauces, or spread on toast. It is also commonly paired with tahini; because it is thick and sweet, start with a little when adding it to a recipe.

Can carob molasses replace honey or maple syrup?

Yes, carob molasses can replace honey or maple syrup in many sauces, marinades, and baked goods. Its darker color and stronger, toasted flavor will affect the result, and its thickness may require a small adjustment to other liquids.

Is carob molasses the same as date or grape molasses?

No. Carob molasses is concentrated from carob pods, while date molasses comes from dates and grape molasses from grapes. They are all sweet syrups, but their flavors, aromas, and behavior in recipes are not identical.

Does carob molasses contain added sugar?

Traditional carob molasses gets its sweetness from concentrated carob extract and does not need added sugar. Recipes and commercial products can differ, so added sweeteners may be present in some versions.

Can people with diabetes eat carob molasses?

People with diabetes should treat carob molasses as a sweetener, since its concentrated sugars can raise blood glucose. The amount that fits an individual meal plan varies, so ask your doctor or dietitian for personal guidance.

How should carob molasses be stored after opening?

Keep carob molasses tightly closed in a cool, dry cupboard, away from heat and direct sunlight. Use a clean, dry spoon each time to prevent contamination, and follow any storage instructions supplied with the product.

Can carob molasses be used in baking?

Yes, carob molasses works in cakes, cookies, and glazes, especially when its rich flavor suits the recipe. It adds both sweetness and moisture, so reduce another liquid or sweetener if the batter becomes too wet or overly sweet.

Why has my carob molasses crystallized?

Carob molasses can crystallize as its sugars form solid crystals; this does not necessarily mean it has spoiled. Place the closed jar in warm water and stir once softened. Discard it if it has an off smell or visible spoilage.

Carob molasses Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.02mg · 2% DV

B3

0.18mg · 1% DV

Biotin

0.3µg · 1% DV

B6

0.02mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Calcium

56mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

164mg · 5% DV

Iron

0.84mg · 5% DV

Copper

0.04mg · 4% DV

Sodium

11mg · 0% DV

Carob molasses Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

2.2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Carob molasses

To burn the 58 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 g):

🚶

14min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

6min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

8min

Cycling

🏊

7min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Carob molasses?

Carob molasses is a dark, thick syrup made by extracting and concentrating the sweetness of carob pods. It is a traditional pantry ingredient in parts of the Mediterranean and Middle East, where it is used as a sweetener as well as a topping.

Its flavour is deep and caramel-like, with a faint fruity edge, and its consistency is pourable but rich. Serve it with tahini, drizzle it over yoghurt or porridge, or spread a little on toast; in Turkey, it is also a familiar breakfast pairing with tahini. It is chiefly a source of carbohydrates, with very little fat, and contains iron and calcium. Use it sparingly when sweetening a dish, since its flavour is concentrated.

How Nutritious Is Carob molasses?

Nutrient density

Medium

38/ 100

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

17/ 100

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 Carob 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 Carob molasses Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Carob molasses 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

Carob molasses Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.01g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.01g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.