Syrup, golden, pouring

Golden syrup is a sugar-based syrup used to sweeten foods; the form described here is pouring syrup. It mainly provides carbohydrate in the form of sugars. Per 100g, it contains 79g of carbohydrate, all of which is sugars, and provides 1264 kJ of energy. It also contains 0.85g of salt and only trace amounts of protein.

The sugars in golden syrup count as free sugars, which contribute to energy intake and can contribute to tooth decay. Its sugar and energy content are relevant for people monitoring these in their diet. The salt content is also worth noting for those watching their salt intake. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.