Simple Syrup
Moderate calorie densityCalories per 100 g
184
Density
1.84kcal/g
Protein / 100g
0.0g
Carbs / 100g
45.6g
Fat / 100g
0.1g
Where this food sits on the scale
01.546+ kcal/g
Simple Syrup has 1.84 calories per gram (184 per 100 g). Balanced foods. Reasonable in normal portions, but the calories add up faster than you might expect. For comparison, water-rich vegetables sit near 0.2 kcal/g while pure oils reach about 9 kcal/g.
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Tablespoon | 20 g | 37 |
| Portion | 40 g | 74 |
| Cup | 320 g | 589 |
| 100 g | 100 g | 184 |
Where the calories come from
- Protein0.0 g / 100 g0% of calories
- Carbs45.6 g / 100 g99% of calories
- Fat0.1 g / 100 g1% of calories
Quick comparisons
- Simple Syrup is 12× as dense than Cucumber, With Peel, Raw (1.84 vs 0.15 kcal/g).
- Simple Syrup is 4.0× as dense than Apple Juice, Canned Or Bottled, Unsweetened, With Added Ascorbic Acid (1.84 vs 0.46 kcal/g).
- Simple Syrup is 1.4× less dense than Chicken Breast Tenders, Breaded, Cooked, Microwaved (1.84 vs 2.52 kcal/g).
Frequently asked questions about simple syrup
- How many calories are in 100 grams of simple syrup?
- Simple Syrup contains 184 calories per 100 g, along with 0.0 g of protein, 45.6 g of carbohydrates, and 0.1 g of fat.
- What is the calorie density of simple syrup?
- Simple Syrup has a calorie density of 1.84 kcal per gram, which places it in the moderate tier (1.5 – 4 kcal/g).
- How many calories are in one tablespoon of simple syrup?
- One tablespoon of Simple Syrup weighs about 20 g and provides roughly 37 calories.
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