corn syrup
noun
: a syrup containing dextrins, maltose, and dextrose that is obtained by partial hydrolysis of cornstarch
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My folks stored our Pop-Tarts in the cabinet, like all the other neighbors who jacked their kids up on sugar/high-fructose corn syrup smuggled into a convenience food designed to mimic a real breakfast pastry.
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Tim Carman, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2024
Stir in chocolate and corn syrup and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until incorporated, about 30 seconds.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 5 Feb. 2024
Here’s the kicker: The corn is popped in olive oil and made without gluten, soy, high fructose corn syrup, preservatives, peanuts or tree nuts.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2024
Whisk light corn syrup with a bit of water, brush into indents, and sprinkle on colored sugar.
—Laura Fenton, Parents, 21 Mar. 2024
Whites and yolks can also be frozen separately, though the USDA suggests adding a pinch of salt and 1½ teaspoons of sugar or corn syrup to every four egg yolks for the best consistency.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2024
The carbohydrate sources are corn syrup solids and lactose, and the protein comes from whey.
—Lainey Younkin, Ms, Rd, Parents, 15 Mar. 2024
Microwave 1/4 cup light corn syrup in a small microwavable bowl on HIGH until warm, about 10 seconds.
—Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2024
Icing 445 grams confectioner's sugar 15 grams corn syrup
118 grams water
Whisk together all the icing ingredients in a mixing bowl.
—Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2024
Tim Carman, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2024
Stir in chocolate and corn syrup and continue to cook, stirring constantly, until incorporated, about 30 seconds.
—Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 5 Feb. 2024
Here’s the kicker: The corn is popped in olive oil and made without gluten, soy, high fructose corn syrup, preservatives, peanuts or tree nuts.
—Brianna Taylor, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2024
Whisk light corn syrup with a bit of water, brush into indents, and sprinkle on colored sugar.
—Laura Fenton, Parents, 21 Mar. 2024
Whites and yolks can also be frozen separately, though the USDA suggests adding a pinch of salt and 1½ teaspoons of sugar or corn syrup to every four egg yolks for the best consistency.
—Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 26 Mar. 2024
The carbohydrate sources are corn syrup solids and lactose, and the protein comes from whey.
—Lainey Younkin, Ms, Rd, Parents, 15 Mar. 2024
Microwave 1/4 cup light corn syrup in a small microwavable bowl on HIGH until warm, about 10 seconds.
—Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2024
Icing 445 grams confectioner's sugar 15 grams corn syrup
118 grams water
Whisk together all the icing ingredients in a mixing bowl.
—Julia Gomez, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2024
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“Corn syrup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corn%20syrup. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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