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Carob Molasses
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Carob Molasses (20 g) has 54 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
54
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
13.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% 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 | 54 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.2 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 | 54 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 81 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 40 g | 108 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 250 g | 675 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 864 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 500 g | 1350 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Carob molasses tastes sweet, dark, and roasted, with notes often compared to caramel or cocoa. It does not taste exactly like chocolate, so it can add a distinctive carob flavor rather than serving as a flavorless sweetener.
Carob molasses is made by extracting the juice from carob pods and reducing it until thick. Traditional methods may involve soaking or boiling the pods before straining and simmering the liquid; the exact process varies by producer.
Use carob molasses as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, or toast, or stir a little into sauces and baked goods. Its strong sweetness and roasted flavor can change a recipe, so add it gradually and taste as you go.
Carob molasses is a thick, sweet liquid made from carob, and the terms “molasses” and “syrup” are sometimes used for similar products. Names can vary by region and producer, so the ingredient list clarifies what a particular product contains.
Yes, carob molasses can replace honey in some recipes, but it has a darker color, a roasted carob flavor, and a thicker consistency. It works best when those qualities suit the dish; the swap may affect both taste and texture.
Yes, carob molasses contains naturally occurring sugars because it is made from sweet carob pods. Some products may also have added sweeteners, so the ingredients list is the useful place to check if you need to avoid added sugar.
Yes, carob molasses works in cakes, cookies, and breads that pair well with its deep, sweet flavor. Because it adds liquid as well as sweetness, replacing dry sugar can change the texture; start with a recipe designed for liquid sweeteners.
Keep carob molasses tightly closed in a cool, dark place and follow the storage directions on its package. Use a clean, dry spoon each time; refrigeration is not always necessary and may make the thick syrup harder to pour.
Carob molasses has not been shown to treat or cure a cough. Its sweetness may briefly soothe the throat for some people, but it does not address the cause of the cough or replace appropriate medical care.
Carob molasses contains sugars and can raise blood glucose, so it may need to be limited or accounted for in a meal plan. People with diabetes should ask their clinician or dietitian how it fits their individual care plan.
Vitamins
B3
0.14mg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.12mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
100mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.42mg · 2% DV
Sodium
7mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Carob Molasses is a thick, sweet syrup made by extracting and concentrating the pulp of carob pods. Carob has long been grown around the Mediterranean, where syrups and molasses made from its pods are traditional pantry ingredients.
It has a deep, caramel-like sweetness and a dense, pourable texture. In Mediterranean homes it may be spooned over bread or stirred into tahini, yogurt or porridge; elsewhere, it works much like a dark syrup in baking and desserts. Its energy comes mainly from carbohydrates, with 67 g per 100 g. A little goes a long way, so drizzle it over unsweetened yogurt or use it to sweeten a recipe rather than pouring freely.
Medium
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 2
Minimally 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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.