| Alternative names | Pancake syrup, waffle syrup |
|---|---|
| Type | Syrup |
| Place of origin | United States |
| Ingredients generally used | Corn syrup, high-fructose corn syrup or cane sugar, water, coloring, flavoring, and preservatives |
Table syrup, also known as pancake syrup and waffle syrup, is a syrup used as a topping on pancakes, waffles, and french toast, often as an alternative to maple syrup, although more viscous typically.[1] It is typically made by combining corn syrup with either cane sugar or high-fructose corn syrup, water, food coloring, flavoring, and preservatives.
Table syrups were introduced in the late 19th century to fill the desire of maple syrup for Americans moving into urban areas. After World War II, major brands like Aunt Jemima and Mrs. Butterworth's were introduced with little actual maple syrup.