Ingredient swap
Honey vs Maple Syrup
Honey is sweeter and has about 17% more calories per 100 g. Maple syrup is thinner with a milder flavor. Both swap well in most recipes.
How to swap
1:1 by volume. Honey browns faster, so lower the oven by 25°F (15°C) when baking with it.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Honey | Maple Syrup |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 304 | 260 better |
| Protein | 0.3 gbetter | 0 g |
| Carbs | 82.4 g | 67 gbetter |
| Fat | 0 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 gbetter | 0 g |
| Sugar | 82.1 g | 60 gbetter |
| Sodium | 4 mgbetter | 12 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 339 g | 315 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use maple syrup instead of honey?
1:1 by volume. Honey browns faster, so lower the oven by 25°F (15°C) when baking with it.
Which has more protein?
Honey, with 0.3 g per 100 g versus 0 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Maple Syrup, with 260 calories per 100 g.