Sweeteners

Best Substitutes for Maple Syrup

Honey and agave both work well; adjust for sweetness and thickness.

Best overall swap

Honey

1:1

Slightly sweeter and thicker with a different but pleasant flavor.

All Substitutes for Maple Syrup

Honey

1:1

Slightly sweeter and thicker with a different but pleasant flavor.

Agave nectar

1:1

Thinner and more neutral-tasting; good in dressings and drinks.

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Brown sugar syrup

Dissolve 1 cup brown sugar in 1/4 cup water, simmer until syrupy

A homemade stand-in with a similar caramel note.

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