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Storage
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Ingredients
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How should Karo syrup be stored?
Before or after opening, Karo syrup may be stored at room
temperature. Storage conditions affect product quality. Light corn syrup
may turn slightly yellow
with age, but this is normal and not harmful.
How long can Karo syrup be stored?
Karo syrup is safe to eat for an indefinite period of time whether it has
been opened or not opened. However, for best results we recommend using
before
the "Best by" date stamped on the container. Bottles may be refrigerated
after opening, however, the syrup will be thicker and slower to pour.
Does corn syrup serve any function in recipes besides sweetening?
Corn syrup serves different functions in different types of recipes and in
products you purchase. It controls sugar crystallization in candy,
prevents
the formation of ice crystals in frozen desserts, enhances fresh fruit
flavor in jams and preserves, sweetens and thickens relishes. Corn syrup
balances
sweet and sour flavor profiles, and is therefore a key ingredient in many
Asian dishes.
When brushed onto baked ham, barbecued meats, baked vegetables or fresh
fruit, it is an ideal glaze. In baked goods, corn syrup holds moisture and
maintains
freshness longer.
Can Karo light and dark corn syrups be interchanged in recipes?
Yes. Karo light and dark corn syrups perform similarly in recipes and can
usually be used interchangeably. Recipes usually specify which type to use
but
the choice may be guided by personal preference. Typically, light corn
syrup is used when a delicately sweet flavor is desired, such as in fruit
sauces
and jams. Karo light corn syrup is made with real vanilla.
Dark corn syrup is made with refiners' syrup, a type of molasses. With its
more robust flavor and color, it is ideal for many baked goods.
Both Karo light and dark corn syrups, along with Karo pancake syrup, are
ideal toppings for pancakes, waffles, French toast, and biscuits.
Can corn syrup be substituted for brown sugar or granulated sugar in
recipes?
Although corn syrup and granulated sugars are both sweeteners, it is not
possible to use them interchangeably in recipes. Because corn syrup is a
liquid,
it cannot be substituted for granulated sugar without adjusting other
ingredients, particularly in baked goods. For best results, follow recipes
developed
especially for corn syrup. In sugar-sweetened beverages, however, it's
easy to experiment with corn syrup as a ready-blending substitute.
Can corn syrup be substituted for honey or molasses?
While acceptable in some recipes, this is generally not recommended as the
finished product will have different flavor characteristics.
What is the gluten status of Karo?
All Karo Syrup is gluten free and is produced in a facility free of
gluten.
Does "light" mean Karo light corn syrup contains fewer calories? Is light
corn syrup the same as "white" corn syrup?
The clear Karo corn syrup has been called "light" since the 1940s, before
"light" became a popular description for reduced-calorie products. The
term "light"
in this case refers to the color, and not the number of calories. Many
consumers refer to light corn syrup as "white" corn syrup.
The terms "light" and "dark" refer to the differences in the colors of
Karo syrups. Both types have the same number of calories - 60 calories per
tablespoon,
and both are fat free and cholesterol free foods. For nutrient information
on the products, visit our our Nutrition Facts section.
Is there a reduced calorie version available?
For those looking for fewer calories, Karo Lite Syrup is available. This
contains 33% less calories than regular corn syrup, and has no high
fructose corn
syrup.
When making candy or cereal bars, it is best to use regular Karo dark or
Karo light syrup.
What is corn syrup?
Corn syrup is a mildly sweet, concentrated solution of dextrose and other
sugars derived from corn starch. It is naturally sweet. Corn syrup
contains between
15% to 20% dextrose (glucose) and a mixture of various other types of
sugar.
What is the difference between Karo light and dark corn syrup?
Karo light corn syrup is a mixture of corn syrup and is flavored with salt
and pure vanilla. It is clear and colorless, with a moderately sweet
flavor.
Karo dark corn syrup is a mixture of corn syrup and a small amount of
refiners' syrup (a cane sugar product with a molasses-like flavor).
Caramel flavor,
sodium benzoate (a preservative), salt, and caramel color are added. Dark
corn syrup has a rich brown color and distinctive flavor.
What is refiners' syrup? Why is it used in Karo dark corn syrup?
Refiners' syrup is a type of molasses. It gives dark corn syrup its flavor
and color.
When was the ingredient "vanilla" added to Karo light corn syrup?
Vanilla has always been an ingredient in Karo light corn syrup. It gives
extra smoothness and richness to the flavor.
Should Karo syrup be used for infant feeding?
We are aware that some health care professionals suggest feeding Karo
syrup to infants in a formula or for relief of constipation. Because corn
syrup,
like many other foods is not a sterile product, there is a remote
possibility that it may contain C. botulinum spores.
These spores are common in the environment and generally not harmful to
older children and adults. In fact, in the FDA study conducted in 1991,
corn syrup
and other syrups are not identified as food sources of C. botulinum spores
for infants.
However, because Karo is not specifically intended for infant feeding, we
suggest you consult your pediatrician for advice.
Where can Karo syrups be purchased?
Although we would like all of our products to be available in all stores,
space and consumer demand sometimes limit the number of items a retailer
carries.
Check the list of Karo products to see if your favorite product or size is
there. If it's on the list, you can ask your store manager to order it, or
e-mail
us for the store nearest you that carries it.
How should Karo pancake syrup be stored?
Unopened or opened, Karo pancake syrup may be stored at room temperature.
Storage conditions affect product quality.
How long can Karo pancake syrup be stored?
Unopened bottles of Karo pancake syrup are microbiologically safe to eat
for an indefinite period of time.
Bottles maybe refrigerated after opening, however the syrup may be thicker
and slower to pour.
Can Karo pancake syrup be used in cooking?
Karo pancake syrup can be brushed onto baked ham, barbecued meats, baked
vegetables or fresh fruit as an ideal glaze, and can be poured over
waffles, hot
cereal and pancakes. It may be used in any recipe that calls for light or
dark corn syrup. Pancake syrup will give the finished recipe a delicate
maple
flavor. Some recipes include Pecan Pie, Baked Beans and frosting.
Visit our Recipes and Tips section for delicious classic and contemporary
recipes using Karo pancake syrup.
Is Karo pancake syrup interchangeable with Karo light or dark corn syrups
in recipes?
Karo pancake syrup contains maple syrup flavor but, will perform similarly
in recipes and may be substituted in baked goods. Taste/Flavor preference
is
the best usage guide.
Light corn syrup is used when a delicately sweet flavor and color is
desired, such as in fruit sauces, jams and baked goods.
Karo dark corn syrup, with its rich brown color and more robust flavor
color, is ideal for many baked goods.
Karo pancake syrup offers a golden brown color with a delicious maple
flavor, making it a delicious topping for pancakes, waffles, French toast,
and biscuits.
It imparts an appetizing color when brushed onto ham during the last
half-hour of roasting or ribs on the grill; and gives appetizing flavor
and color
when spooned or poured over baked acorn squash and sweet potatoes.
Can Karo pancake syrup be substituted for brown or granulated sugar in
recipes?
Although Karo pancake syrup and granulated sugars are both sweeteners, it
is not possible to use them interchangeably in recipes. Since syrup is a
liquid,
it cannot be substituted for granulated sugar directly. Other ingredients,
particularly those in baked goods, would also need to be adjusted. Since
there
is no general rule, it is best to follow recipes developed especially for
corn syrup or pancake syrup.
Can Karo pancake syrup be substituted for maple syrup, honey or molasses?
Karo pancake syrup can be equally substituted for maple syrup, honey or
molasses in most recipes and when used as a topping. Recipes using Karo
pancake
syrup will not be as sweet and the finished products will have different
flavor characteristics.
What is Karo pancake syrup?
Karo pancake syrup is a naturally thick maple flavor pancake and waffle
topping made of corn syrup, high fructose corn syrup, caramel color, salt,
potassium
sorbate (to protect quality), natural and artificial colors. For nutrient
information on Karo pancake Syrup, visit our Nutrition Facts section.
Where can Karo pancake syrup be purchased?
Although we would like all of our products to be available in all stores,
space and consumer demand sometimes limit the number of items a retailer
carries.
Check the list of Karo pancake syrup to see if your favorite product or
size is there. If it's on the list, you can ask your store manager to
order it,
or e-mail us for the store nearest you that carries it.
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