Corn Syrup

When making candy or caramel, use corn syrup to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing, resulting in a smoother final product. Brushing corn syrup over fruit pies before baking gives them a shiny, appealing finish. Here's a measuring hack; lightly coat a measuring cup or spoon with oil before measuring corn syrup, it will make it easier to pour out and ensure an accurate measurement because nothing will be stuck to the measuring vessel.

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Honey can be used as a natural substitute for corn syrup in many recipes, offering a similar texture and sweetness. While it has a distinctive flavor, maple syrup can replace corn syrup in recipes where its taste complements the other ingredients. Agave nectar is another alternative that's sweeter than corn syrup, so you may need to use less.

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A homemade simple syrup, equal parts sugar and water, boiled until the sugar is dissolved, can be used in place of corn syrup for sweetness and moisture in recipes. Corn syrup is usually found in the baking aisle of the grocery store, near other sweeteners like granulated sugar, brown sugar, and powdered sugar.

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