Comparison
Plain flour vs Golden Syrup
Overall, Plain flour has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Plain flour | Golden Syrup |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | e |
| NOVA group | 1 | 3 |
| Calories | 354 kcal | 307 kcal |
| Fat | 1.3 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 1.9 g | 71.4 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 10 g | 0 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Golden Syrup has 13% fewer calories (307 kcal vs 354 kcal).
- Golden Syrup has no fat, while Plain flour has 1.3 g.
- Golden Syrup has no saturated fat, while Plain flour has 0.9 g.
- Plain flour has 97% less sugar (1.9 g vs 71.4 g).
- Plain flour has 100% more fiber (2.2 g vs 0 g).
- Plain flour has 100% more protein (10 g vs 0 g).
- Plain flour has the better Nutri-Score.
- Plain flour is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Plain flour lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Plain flour
Wheat Flour
Golden Syrup
cane sugar, water
FAQ
Which is healthier: Plain flour or Golden Syrup?
Overall, Plain flour has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Golden Syrup has fewer calories: 307 kcal versus 354 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Plain flour has less sugar: 1.9 g versus 71.4 g per 100 g.