How much does maple syrup cost?
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Maple syrup costs about $0.85 per ounce at typical US grocery prices, or about $9.65 per cup and $13.60 per pound.
Cost of maple syrup in a recipe
What the amounts recipes usually call for cost at $0.85 per ounce.
| Amount | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | $0.60 |
| ¼ cup | $2.41 |
| ½ cup | $4.83 |
| 1 cup | $9.65 |
| 1 lb | $13.60 |
Maple Syrup price in other units
- Per teaspoon: $0.20
- Per tablespoon: $0.60
- Per cup: $9.65
- Per pound: $13.60
- Per 100 grams: $3.00
Compared with other sugars & sweeteners
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Where this price comes from
This is the default price the CrumbCounts catalog uses for maple syrup: a typical US supermarket shelf price for a standard package, converted to a price per ounce. It is an estimate, not a measured average. Brand, store, region and package size all change what you pay, so your own receipts are the most accurate source. Conversions between cups and weight use standard baking densities.
Frequently asked questions
How much does ¼ cup of maple syrup cost?
About $2.41, at a typical price of $0.85 per ounce. 1 tbsp is about $0.60 and ½ cup is about $4.83.
How do I work out the cost of maple syrup in a recipe?
Convert the amount the recipe uses into the unit you buy it in, then multiply by the price. At $0.85 per ounce, use your own receipt price if it differs: the free CrumbCounts calculator does the unit conversion for you.
More sugars & sweeteners prices
- Brown Sugar $0.90 per pound
- Corn Syrup $0.25 per ounce
- Honey $0.55 per ounce
- Molasses $0.40 per ounce
- Powdered Sugar $1.10 per pound