Which is better light or dark corn syrup for pecan pie?

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1. Which is better light or dark corn syrup for pecan pie?
2. What can I use if I don't have dark corn syrup?
3. Can I use dark corn syrup instead of light for icing?
4. What can I substitute for 1 tablespoon of honey?
5. Why is my caramel gritty?
6. Why do people pronounce dulce de leche wrong?
7. What is the taste of dulce de leche?

Which is better light or dark corn syrup for pecan pie?

You start with Karo® Syrup because it gives your pie the perfect amount of sweetness and gooeyness that a pecan pie needs. You can either use light or dark, it's simply preference. Dark will give your pie a more robust flavor, while the light gives a more delicate vanilla flavor.

What can I use if I don't have dark corn syrup?

To replace one cup of dark corn syrup, use: 3/4 cup light corn syrup + 1/4 cup molasses. 3/4 cup honey + 1/4 cup molasses. 1 cup maple syrup or pancake syrup.

Can I use dark corn syrup instead of light for icing?

In theory yes you could, but dark corn syrup contains refiners' syrup and you should know this before moving forward with the decision. Refiner's syrup is a type of molasses derived from sugar cane. So while not only is the color changed but you will have a flavor difference as well.

What can I substitute for 1 tablespoon of honey?

7 Substitutes for Honey

• 1) DATE PASTE. Date paste is easily made at home as well as purchased here. ...
• 2) COCONUT NECTAR. With a unique and neutrally sweet flavor, coconut nectar is another delicious honey replacement which is more versatile than you might imagine. ...
• 3) AGAVE NECTAR. ...
• 4) MOLASSES. ...
• 5)BARLEY MALT SYRUP. ...
• 6) BROWN RICE SYRUP. ...
• 7) MAPLE SYRUP.

Why is my caramel gritty?

Grainy caramel is caused by crystallization, which is easy to avoid (and can also be fixed). Caramel becomes grainy when the sugars crystallize, a process that happens when the melted sugar splashes up onto the cold sides of the pan. It loses its moisture and turns back into a sugar crystal.

Why do people pronounce dulce de leche wrong?

Dulce is a Spanish word. Soft c's in Spanish are not pronounced like "ch." Saying "dulche de leche" is wrong. And coup de grâce literally means "blow of grace" and is pronounced with the final soft c.

What is the taste of dulce de leche?

Dulce de leche (also known as manjar, manjar blanco, and arequipe) is a thick caramel sauce made from milk and sugar. Dulce de leche is the key ingredient in many Latin desserts and pastries. It has a rich caramel flavor that pairs well with both fruit and chocolate, and it makes a wonderful filling for cakes.