Barley Syrup

Also Known As : Barley Malt Extract Syrup

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a malty, earthy, and slightly sweet flavor.

Usage Tips

It’s is excellent for use in yeasted breads, such as pumpernickel or rye. Its use not only contributes to the flavor but encourages the leavening process.
It works as a substitute for other liquid sweeteners in muffins and quick breads that need a richness rather than a sweetness to their flavoring.

Common names and forms

Malted Barley Syrup

Description

Barley Syrup is a liquid sweetener that is made from soaked and sprouted barley. It has a very strong flavor and a consistency that is similar to molasses. It is dark brown, thick and sticky, and possesses a strong distinctive flavor described as "malty". Malt syrup is used widely in the food and beverage industry. It is an important ingredient in snacks like bagels, sauces, pretzels, and bakery products and accessories like frosting sugar. It is a natural sweetener and is extensively used to reduce yeast and make bread extra delicious. Barley malt syrup is 65 percent maltose, a sugar that enters the bloodstream more slowly than simple sugars. The malting process also increases the levels of B vitamins in the product, and it contains trace amounts of some minerals.

Selection Guide

Check the ingredients on the label very carefully before purchasing. Look for allergens to be on safe side.

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