👩🍳 Instructions
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In a small saucepan, combine the packed dark brown sugar and pure maple syrup (or honey).
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Heat the mixture gently over low heat, stirring continuously until the brown sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture transforms into a smooth, syrupy consistency. Avoid letting it come to a vigorous boil.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat.
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Stir in the optional black coffee or espresso and the ground ginger or allspice, if using. These additions enhance the color and introduce a subtle bitterness and spice profile, respectively, closer to authentic molasses.
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Allow the homemade molasses substitute to cool slightly before incorporating it into your recipe. This ensures it thickens appropriately and doesn't affect the temperature of other ingredients too much.
💡 Notes
This blend can be used as a 1:1 substitute for molasses in most recipes. Adjust the optional coffee and spices to your preference based on whether you're replacing light or dark molasses. Store any leftover substitute in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
🥗 Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
800 kcal
Protein
0g
Total Fat
0g
Saturated Fat
0g
Carbs
200g
Fiber
0g
Sugar
190g
Sodium
20mg
Cholesterol
0mg
