Invert sugar syrup

Invert sugar syrup is a sweetening ingredient commonly used in a variety of foods. It is made from sucrose, which is the type of sugar found in sugarcane, sugar beets, and other plants. In simple terms, invert sugar syrup is a form of sugar that has been broken down into its component parts, glucose, and fructose, through a process called inversion.

To make invert sugar syrup, regular table sugar is heated with water and an acidic substance like lemon juice or cream of tartar. This process breaks down the sucrose into its simpler forms, glucose, and fructose, resulting in a sweeter and smoother liquid texture compared to regular sugar. The end product is a thick, sweet syrup that is commonly used in baking, confectionery, and other food products.

In food products, invert sugar syrup is often used to enhance sweetness, improve texture, and extend shelf life. It helps to keep foods moist and prevents crystallization, making it ideal for use in products like cakes, cookies, jams, and candies. Its ability to retain moisture also plays a role in preventing products from drying out, ensuring a fresher taste and texture for longer periods.

Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Invert sugar syrup

Sainsbury's Apple & Cinnamon Hot Cross Buns, Taste the Difference
Go Ahead Apple Bakes
Sainsbury's Bakewell Slices
M&S Beef & Onion with Peppercorn Mayo Roll
Kingsmill Blueberry Cheesecake Buttermilk Pancakes
Bonne Maman Blueberry Madeleines
Nestle Breakaway Milk Chocolate Biscuit Bar
Cadbury Brunch Bar Chocolate Chip
Cadbury Brunch Bar Peanut
Cadbury Brunch Bar Raisin

Heinz Burger Sauce
Sainsbury's Butterscotch Bombe, Taste the Difference
Sainsbury's Caramel & Chocolate Crispy Bites
Cadbury Caramel Cake Bars
Sainsbury's Caramel Shortcake Bites
Sainsbury's Caramelised Biscuit Christmas Pudding, Taste the Difference
Nestle Cheerios Honey
Nestle Cheerios Multigrain
Cadbury Choc Chip Brunch Bar
Sainsbury's Chocolate & Caramel Hot Cross Buns, Taste the Difference
Smarties Chocolate Hexatube
Sainsbury's Chocolate Orange Buns, Taste the Difference
Mr Kipling Christmas Slices
Kellogg's Coco Pops Cereal & Milk Bars
Elizabeth Shaw Coconut & Hazelnut Biscuits