Sweeteners

Best Substitutes for Molasses

Dark, rich sweeteners like brown sugar syrup or honey can stand in for molasses in most baked goods.

Best overall swap

Dark brown sugar (dissolved)

1 cup packed brown sugar dissolved in 1/4 cup hot water per 1 cup molasses

Close in color and sweetness; slightly less deep in flavor.

All Substitutes for Molasses

Dark brown sugar (dissolved)

1 cup packed brown sugar dissolved in 1/4 cup hot water per 1 cup molasses

Close in color and sweetness; slightly less deep in flavor.

pantry-staple

Maple syrup

1:1

Lighter flavor than molasses but works fine in cookies and marinades.

vegan

Honey

1:1

Milder and sweeter — best in recipes where molasses isn’t the dominant flavor.

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