Name: Healthy Homemade Corn Syrup Substitute (Best Recipe)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 cups honey; 2/3 cup water; ¼ tsp cream of tartar; 2 tsp lemon juice; pinch of salt

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You’re way better off making your own corn syrup substitutes from scratch compared to buying any kind of commercially available brands. This easy to follow recipe makes a perfect substitute that you can use in any recipe that calls for corn syrup, and is so much better for you!

How to Make Homemade Corn Syrup Substitute

Combine the ingredients. Add the honey, water, cream of tartar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to a heavy bottomed pot and stir to combine.
Cook. Cook over medium heat until the candy thermometer reads 230℉. It’s important that you follow this temperature to ensure the proper consistency.
Let cool. Allow the syrup to cool completely before using it.