A vegan alternative to honey.
When you want to satisfy your sweet tooth, consider using maple syrup which contains fewer calories and a high concentration of mineral than honey and doesn't exploit bees. This viscous amber liquid with its earthy sweet taste is made from the sap of the sugar, black or red maple tree.
A Few Quick Serving Ideas:
1) Maple syrup, used in place of table sugar as a sweetener, gives tea and coffee a unique taste.
2) Pour some maple syrup on oatmeal topped with walnuts and raisins.
3) Add maple syrup and cinnamon to pureed cooked sweet potatoes.
4) Combine maple syrup with orange juice and tamari to use as a marinade for baked tofu or tempeh.
5) Spread peanut butter on a piece of whole wheat toast, top with sliced bananas and then drizzle maple syrup on top for sweet, gooey treat.
Product of Canada
Nutrition Facts |
Per 1/4 cup (60ml) |
Amount |
%Daily Value* |
Calories 220 |
|
Fat 0g |
0% |
Sodium 10g |
0% |
Potassium 180mg |
5% |
Carbohydrates 54g |
18% |
Sugars 48g |
|
Protein 0g |
|
Calcium |
4% |
Riboflavin |
25% |
Magnesium |
4% |
Zinc |
4% |
Manganese |
15% |
Not a significant source of saturated, trans, cholesterol, fibre, vitamin A, vitamin C or iron.