Instead of Running To The Store
So, you just pulled out grandma's favorite pie recipe only to discover every ingredient is in your pantry except dark corn syrup.
Your first thought is probably can I substitute light corn syrup for dark corn syrup? (Answer) Yes and No!
For the most part, it will work but the flavor and color will both be off.
No need to run to the store, you probably have the two ingredients you need to make dark corn syrup in the pantry.
That's right, just 2 ingredients.
This is truly one of those recipes that are so simple you'll wonder why you've bothered to buy it premade all these years.
The best part is once you realize the ingredients needed to make dark corn syrup have a shelf life of (literally years after opening) you can stop paying through the nose for the ingredients by purchasing in bulk rather than those tiny bottles that cost a fortune. per oz compared to per oz in bulk
If you don't have these two simple ingredients in your pantry, perhaps it's time to rethink your pantry. Did you know that things like light corn syrup, molasses, salt, and white rice, among many other common ingredients found in the average pantry, when stored properly, will keep for years, (Even After Opening)
Just 2 Ingredients To Make Your Own Dark Corn Syrup
Combine all ingredients.
Mix together well and store in a clean mason jar.
Use as you would any dark corn syrup from the store.