This is thoroughly answered here. Regarding this, what is the difference between light corn syrup and corn syrup?
Typically, light corn syrup is used when a delicately sweet flavor is desired, such as in fruit sauces and jams. Karo light corn syrup is made with real vanilla. Dark corn syrup is made with refiners' syrup, a type of molasses. With its more robust flavor and color, it is ideal for many baked goods.
Also, is white corn syrup the same as light corn syrup? The term "light" in this case refers to the color, and not the number of calories. Many consumers refer to light corn syrup as "white" corn syrup. The terms "light" and "dark" refer to the differences in the colors of Karo syrups.
Similarly, you may ask, can you substitute dark corn syrup for light corn syrup?
Dark corn syrup is a warm brown color and tastes much stronger than light corn syrup. Light and dark corn syrup are incredibly similar and can be used interchangeably in recipes. Dark corn syrup adds more flavor to a dish.
Is corn syrup worse than sugar?
The claim: High-fructose corn syrup is worse for you than regular table sugar (sucrose). So, sucrose—which is about 50 percent fructose—is actually higher in fructose than some HFCS. While both glucose and fructose are “simple sugars” that provide 4 calories per gram, the body processes them differently.
