Apple Syrup (Dutch)
Sweeteners · Syrups
Dutch apple syrup is low FODMAP at 3 g. Fructose is moderate at 4 g and high at 20 g. This is a very small low reference, and a spoonful should not automatically be treated as low.
Serving sizes for apple syrup (dutch)
The references are 3 g low, 4 g moderate and 20 g high. A scale that cannot reliably distinguish these small amounts is not a precise way to reproduce the low portion.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 20 g | Fructose 0.25 g | |
| 3 g | 3 g | Fructose 0.04 g | |
| 1 teaspoon | 4 g | Fructose 0.05 g |
Breakdown for 1 tablespoon
Is apple syrup (dutch) low FODMAP?
Fructose is the group that changes the Dutch apple syrup rating; the other listed groups remain low at these reference amounts. The small difference between 3 g and 4 g makes portion measurement particularly useful. This guide describes apple syrup, not apple juice, applesauce or a whole apple. Maple syrup is also a separate preparation.
Apple Syrup (Dutch) and IBS: what to know
If you use apple syrup on bread or pancakes, count the topping across everything eaten at the meal. A thin-looking coating on several pieces can be different from the amount on one piece. For IBS comparisons, note the syrup weight and the base food rather than relying on the description 'a little apple syrup'.
Gut-friendly ways to eat apple syrup (dutch)
Weigh a small amount into a dish before spreading it. Mixing that measured syrup through a dressing can distribute the flavour without repeatedly adding more at the table. For baking, divide the total syrup by the actual number of portions served, then check the flour, fruit and other ingredients separately. Consult rice malt syrup independently if choosing a different sweetener.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dutch apple syrup low FODMAP?
It has a listed low portion of 3 g. The next listed amount, 4 g, is already moderate in fructose.
Is a tablespoon of apple syrup low FODMAP?
The listed 20 g tablespoon is high in fructose. Do not apply the small low portion's rating to a full tablespoon.
Does this guide apply to applesauce?
No. Apple syrup and applesauce are different preparations. Use the guide that matches the ingredient you are eating.
Can I use apple syrup in a shared recipe?
Calculate the syrup per serving and assess the rest of the recipe separately. The syrup's rating alone does not establish the finished dish's rating.
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