Maple syrup: Nutrition Facts
Maple syrup is a concentrated sweetener made by boiling down the sap of maple trees. It is almost entirely carbohydrate, with only trace protein and fat. The USDA SR Legacy entry below describes the pure form.
| Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 260 | 0.0 | 67.0 | 0.0 | 0.1 |
Percent Daily Value by serving
| Serving | Energy (kcal) | Protein (g) | Carb (g) | Fiber (g) | Fat (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 260 (13%) | 0.0 (0%) | 67.0 (24%) | 0.0 (0%) | 0.1 (0%) |
| 1 tbsp (20 g) | 52 (3%) | 0.0 (0%) | 13.4 (5%) | 0.0 (0%) | 0.0 (0%) |
| 1 cup (315 g) | 819 (41%) | 0.1 (0%) | 211.2 (77%) | 0.0 (0%) | 0.2 (0%) |
| 1/4 cup serving (83 g) | 216 (11%) | 0.0 (0%) | 55.6 (20%) | 0.0 (0%) | 0.0 (0%) |
Percent Daily Value shows how much a nutrient in one serving contributes to a daily diet, based on the United States Food and Drug Administration reference intake of 2,000 calories a day. The FDA notes that 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice and that individual needs vary. The values below are calculated from the USDA macros for this food. FDA Daily Value on the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (21 CFR 101.9), accessed 2026-06-05.
| Serving | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (kcal) | 260 | 13% |
| Protein (g) | 0.0 | 0% |
| Carb (g) | 67.0 | 24% |
| Fiber (g) | 0.0 | 0% |
| Fat (g) | 0.1 | 0% |
How much protein in Maple syrup?
Maple syrup, pure, contains 0.0 g of protein per 100 g, per the USDA FoodData Central entry cited below. A typical 1 tbsp (20 g) serving therefore provides about 0.0 g of protein.
How many calories in Maple syrup?
Maple syrup, pure, supplies about 260 kcal per 100 g. A 1 tbsp (20 g) serving works out to roughly 52 kcal.
Common serving sizes
- 1 tbsp (20 g): 52 kcal, 0.0 g protein, 0.0 g fat
- 1 cup (315 g): 819 kcal, 0.1 g protein, 0.2 g fat
- 1/4 cup serving (83 g): 216 kcal, 0.0 g protein, 0.0 g fat
Source: USDA FoodData Central, fdcId 169661, accessed 2026-05-29
References
- Syrups, maple - USDA FoodData Central. USDA FoodData Central. Accessed 2026-05-29.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-29