Maple syrup and golden syrup may look similar, but they are made from different ingredients and have distinct flavors and uses.
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Ingredients:
Maple Syrup: Made from the sap of maple trees, mostly found in Canada and the U.S. The sap is boiled down to create a rich, sweet syrup.
Golden Syrup: Made from refined sugar, typically derived from sugar cane or sugar beet. It undergoes a caramelization process, resulting in its golden color. - Flavor: Golden syrup is milder and sweeter, while maple syrup has a stronger, richer flavor.
- Uses: Golden syrup is commonly used in baking and commercial food production due to its preservative qualities, while maple syrup is mainly used as a topping for pancakes, ice cream, and fruits.
- Production Regions: Maple Syrup is primarily produced in Canada and the U.S while Golden Syrup is made from many different countries that produce Sugar Cane such as Australia
