Calories in 1/2 Cup of Light Corn Syrup
1/2 cup of light corn syrup (171 g) has 483 calories. That is 24% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 0 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 131 g of carbohydrates, a split of 0% protein, 1% fat and 99% carbs. For comparison, 1/4 cup of light corn syrup has 241 and 3/4 cup of light corn syrup has 724 calories. Burning 483 calories takes about 86 minutes of brisk walking or 39 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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Light Corn Syrup: common questions
How many calories are in 1/2 cup of light corn syrup?
1/2 cup of light corn syrup weighs about 171 g and has 483 calories.
How much protein is in 1/2 cup of light corn syrup?
1/2 cup of light corn syrup has 0 g of protein, which is 0% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 1/2 cup of light corn syrup?
1/2 cup of light corn syrup has 131 g of carbohydrates, including 0 g of fiber and 131 g of sugars.
How much light corn syrup is 100 calories?
100 calories of light corn syrup is 35 g, about 1 1/2 tbsp of light corn syrup.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy. FDC ID 168837. Original description: Syrups, corn, light. Portion weights are USDA household measures.