
Black Treacle
Lyle’s Black Treacle 454g is a rich, dark syrup with a bold, bittersweet flavour and a distinctive deep colour. Made from cane molasses, it has been a baking essential in British kitchens for generations. Its robust taste makes it perfect for traditional recipes such as Christmas puddings, gingerbread, parkin, and fruit cakes, while it also adds depth to marinades, sauces, and savoury dishes. With its thick texture and complex flavour, this versatile syrup is a must-have ingredient for both seasonal and everyday cooking.
Key Features:
- Classic black treacle with a bold, bittersweet flavour.
- Made from cane molasses for a rich, dark syrup.
- Ideal for baking fruit cakes, puddings, and gingerbread.
- Adds depth and colour to savoury dishes, sauces, and marinades.
- Convenient 454g tin from a trusted British brand.
Recipe Inspiration:
- Bake a rich gingerbread loaf or sticky parkin with authentic flavour.
- Add to Christmas puddings and fruit cakes for depth and colour.
- Stir into marinades for meat or barbecue sauces.
- Use in traditional treacle toffee for a nostalgic treat.
What does black treacle taste like?
Black treacle has a strong, bittersweet flavour with notes of liquorice and caramel, making it richer and darker than golden syrup.
What is black treacle used for in baking?
It is commonly used in gingerbread, parkin, Christmas puddings, and fruit cakes to add moisture, colour, and a distinctive taste.
Can black treacle be used in savoury dishes?
Yes, it can be added to marinades, barbecue sauces, and stews, where it balances spices and adds a rich, smoky sweetness.
Ingredients:
Cane Molasses (Contains SULPHUR DIOXIDE)
Allergens are highlighted in BOLD.
Allergen Statement : The product may contain SO2 in excess of 10 mg/kg. This is as a result of carryover from the raw sugar it is made from.
Suitable for a Vegetarian diet |
Y |
Suitable for a Vegan diet |
Y |
Suitable for Sufferers of Lactose Intolerance |
Y |
Suitable for Coeliacs |
Y |
Approved for a Halal diet |
Y |
Approved for a Kosher diet |
Y |
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